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Decision Memo 351 Environmental Assessment 60 Environmental Impact Statement 6 Categorical Exclusion 2
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Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 3/19/2026
This project is located on various districts across the Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Fertilizer application is proposed to take place at selected seed orchards and mass selection plantations.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/07/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionT. 33 S., R. 8 E., Sec 35; T. 36 S., R. 6 E., Sec 7; T. 40 S., R. 18 E., Sec 22; T. 37 S., R. 15 E., Sec 19 & 24; T. 27 S., R. 8 E., Sec 30; T. 28 S., R. 9 E., Sec 27.
Categorical Exclusion · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 12/3/2025
Chiloquin Ranger District, NFRS-5810 · Klamath, Oregon

This project is needed to increase bandwidth and reliability of voice and data services, will improve public safety (police, fire, and medical emergency), and provide a positive economic impact to local businesses and rural communities.

Special use management
NEPA Start Date
9/8/2025
Finding/Decision Date
10/29/2025
Persephone Hester · persephone.hester@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionUSDA-27d-USFS
Decision Signed Date10/29/2025
Categorical Exclusion · Bly Ranger District · updated 11/18/2025
Bly Ranger District, east of Highway 140 · Klamath, Oregon

The Bly Ranger District is proposing the Elk Fire Restoration Project in the aftermath of the Elk Fire that burned approximately 1,702 acres on the Bly Ranger District.

Forest productsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
NEPA Start Date
9/29/2025
Finding/Decision Date
11/18/2025
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionSection 603 of HFRA (16 U.S.C. 6591b); USDA-29d-USFS
Decision Signed Date11/18/2025
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/14/2025
The project area is five miles east by northeast form the city of Chiloquin. The project area is located north of Sprague River Highway and between Williamson River Road and Solomon Butte. · Klamath, Oregon

Create and maintain linear fuel breaks along system roads and improve timber stands. Width of the linear fuel breaks would be a maximum of 1000 feet combining both sides of the road. Improve timber stands by decreasing trees per acre and fuel loading

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
04/30/2023
Decision
08/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2026 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Souza · Jade.Souza@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.3(11)
Special Authority2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 3/18/2025
Township 35S, Range 18E, Sections 16, 21, 22, and 27. · Lake, Oregon

The Pacific Rendezvous Corporation wishes to host an even re-enacting the pre-1840's fur trade. Event, including set up and take down, will range from 06/08/2025-06/27/2025, with the event taking place 06/11/25-06/25.

Recreation managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
04/30/2024
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/28/2025
The project area is located approximately 10 miles southeast of the town of Chemult in Klamath County, Oregon. · Klamath, Oregon

The Klamath Tribes (TKT) in collaboration with the Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge and Fremont-Winema NF propose to reduce wildfire risk and restore ecosystems of the Klamath Forest Marsh area on Reserved Treaty Rights Lands.

Forest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
01/23/2024
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District; Chiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 29 S., R. 9 E., Sec. 2-4, 9-12, 13, 15, 16, 21, 22, 24, 25, 28, 36; T. 29 S., R. 10 E., Sec. 31; T. 30 S., R. 9 E., Sec. 1 and 12; T. 30 S., R. 10 E., Sec. 6, 7, and 29-31; T. 31 S., R. 10 E., Sec. 6
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 2/27/2025
T 36S, R 13E, Sections 25 & 36; T 37S, R 13E, Sections 1, 2, 10, & 11. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to do fuels, hazard, and vegetation reduction treatments along the eastern portion of the project area covered under the Bly Ridge WUI EA.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/29/2024
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (25), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(25)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 2/27/2025
T37S R14E S. 15, 21, 22, 29-31 T37S R13E S. 25, 26, 34-36 T38S R14E S. 2, 3, 9, 10, 14, 15, 17, 21-23, 26-28 T38S R13E S. 3, 4, 8, 9, 17, 18 T38S R12E S. 13-16, 19-22 · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to reduce hazardous fuel loading and establish linear fuel breaks on national forest system roads near the Horsefly Mountain Fire Lookout on Bly Ranger District.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/29/2024
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3(11)
Special Authority2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 2/27/2025
T36S R13E S. 24, 25, 36 T37S R11E S. 12, 24 T37S R12E S. 1, 2, 11, 14-19, 21, 22 T37S R13E S. 1-3, 6-11 · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to reduce hazardous fuel loading and establish linear fuel breaks on national forest system roads that occupy strategic corridors on the Bly Ranger District.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/29/2024
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3(11)
Special Authority2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/27/2025
T37S, R18E, Section 16. · Lake, Oregon

The project addresses a safety issue to provide approach guardrail to tie into the bridge railing on this double-lane structure on a high speed high maintenance level road (28 Road on the Fremont-Winema, ML=4).

Road management
Scoping Start
10/30/2024
Decision
02/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (23), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(23)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 1/8/2025
The Dump Hill Project area is located East of the town of Chiloquin, OR and South of the Sprague River Road. · Klamath, Oregon

I am proposing a fuels reduction treatment in the Dump Hill project area. Fuels treatments will include the removal of brush and small trees up to 4 inch DBH. Timeframe for implementation is Spring 2024.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/26/2022
Decision
01/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34S., R. 7E., Sec. 35
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 12/12/2024
Township 34S, Range 14E, Sections 17 and 20. · Klamath, Oregon

Three sites in the Horseglades Allotment need to be fenced to protect springs from cattle.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
04/30/2024
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 12/12/2024
T31S, R15E, Section 30. · Lake, Oregon

PGE will be installing a Pano AI Wildfire Detection Camera at their Sycan Capacitor Station facility on the Fremont-Winema.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/30/2024
Decision
12/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
EFM Shaded Fuel Break In Progress
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 11/4/2024
T26S, R12E, Sections 5 & 6. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed action is to create a 300-foot shaded fuel break along approximately 0.84 miles of road along EFM's western boundary with Fremont Winema National Forest for a total area of approximately 31 acres.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
10/30/2024
Decision
01/2025 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3(11)
Special Authority2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/4/2024
Township 28S, Range 16E, Sections 20 & 21 · Klamath, Oregon

The Fremont-Winema NF was approached by the Oregon Marine Board alongside Oregon Fish and Wildlife Dept. to enhance the marine recreation options in eastern Oregon. They have targeted Heart Lake as a prime site to replace aging infrastructure.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
07/29/2024
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 10/21/2024
Township 38S, R22E, Section 5. · Lake, Oregon

There is a need to install fire detection cameras on Drake and Light Peak to improve fire suppression in the North Warners. Cameras will improve the ability to monitor landscapes that have previously relied on public or aerial detection in the past.

Facility management
Scoping Start
06/28/2024
Decision
10/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 10/21/2024
The project is located on the Fremont-Winema National Forest. Areas that have been identified fall within recent large fire footprints. · Klamath, Oregon

The Forest Service is proposing to treat approximately 59,849 acres within the 116,985-acre project boundary. Treatments include reforestation, fuel reduction, site preparation, meadow and aquatic habitat restoration, and plantation maintenance.

Land management planningVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
12/22/2023
Comment Period
07/2024 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
08/2024 (Estimated)
Decision
11/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · Parker.Hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/18/2024
Aspen Point Campground, Lake of the Woods, Klamath Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to undertake improvements to the existing restrooms, showers, and supporting infrastructure at Aspen Point Campground. Having a centralized wastewater system will comply with the Oregon DEQ WCFP requirement.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
10/19/2021
Decision
09/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2025 (Estimated)
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 37 S., R. 5 E., Section 3
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/18/2024
The project area is located approximately 10 miles southeast of Chemult, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to install a solar array at the Sugarpine lookout. This array would provide energy to power the batteries and radio at the lookout.

Facility management
Scoping Start
10/19/2023
Decision
09/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 28 S., R. 9 E., Sec 26
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/17/2024
Township 27S, Range 13E, Section 8. · Lake, Oregon

The Oregon Department of Transportation is in need of a rock quarry material source for aggregate production to service a section of Highway OR31. ODOT plans to conduct core drilling at the Oatman Flats prospect site.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/25/2024
Decision
09/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 8/6/2024
Township 35S, Range 14E, Section 36. · Lake, Oregon

There is a need to install a cattleguard on the 3411 road to finish the northern fence of the Yaden Flat Allotment. The existing fence funnels cattle towards the North Sprague River, which is protected habitat for bull trout.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
04/30/2024
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/30/2024
Township 36S, Range 16E, Section 11 · Klamath, Oregon

Due to the effects of the Bootleg Fire of 2021, as well as deferred maintenance, the Corral Creek Campground horse corral has been damaged and fallen into disrepair.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
07/29/2024
Decision
09/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 7/29/2024
T40S, R17E, Sec. 22, 27, 33, & 34. · Lake, Oregon

Due to poor road conditions, hydrological issues, unstable soils, presence of danger trees, and repeated maintenance by the Forest Service from locks and gates being removed by the public, there is a need to decommission the 303 road.

Road managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
01/30/2024
Comment Period
06/12/2024
Decision
07/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · Parker.Hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 7/26/2024
The project area is located approximately 3 miles south of the town of Chiloquin, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

Pacific Power will replace an existing deteriorated distribution pole with a new pole within 5-feet of the existing pole being replaced. The project area will require minor clearing of brush, 50-feet by 50-feet around the pole being replaced.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/23/2024
Decision
07/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityElectric Transmission
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 35 S., R. 7 E., Sec. 15
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 6/13/2024
Township 35S, Range 18E, Sections 16, 21, 22, and 27. · Lake, Oregon

The Pacific Rendezvous Corporation wishes to host an even re-enacting the pre-1840's fur trade. Event, including set up and take down, will range from 06/08/2025-06/27/2025, with the event taking place 06/11/25-06/25.

Special use managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
04/30/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/12/2024
Pike's Crossing Bridge: T33S, R16E, Sec. 27; Sycan Marsh Bridge: T32S, R14E, Sec. 22; Sycan Spring Bridge: T31S, R14E, Sec. 9; North Fork Sprague Bridge: T35S, R14E, Sec. 36 · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Four Road Bridge repairs are needed from Bootleg Fire. The bridges are located in the Paisley, Silver Lake, and Bly Ranger Districts: the Pike%u2019s Crossing Bridge, Sycan Marsh Bridge, Sycan Spring Bridge, and the North Fork Sprague Bridge.

Road management
Scoping Start
01/30/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · Parker.Hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (23), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(23)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 6/5/2024
Township 38S, Range 16E, Section 12. · Lake, Oregon

The Lakeview Bowman's Sports Club would like to hold a 3D archery shoot on National Forest System Lands.

Special use managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
04/30/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 5/8/2024
Township 34S, Range 12E, Section 26. · Lake, Oregon

PacifiCorp wants to install a RAWS facility to monitor the weather on Spodue Mountain.

Special use managementResearch
Scoping Start
04/30/2024
Decision
06/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Parker Hill · parker.hill@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Research And Development
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2024
The project area is comprised of two areas approximately 5 miles northwest and 5 miles north of Chiloquin along Hwy 62 and Hwy 97. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need for Hunter Communications to build fiber optic cable to rural homes and businesses in the local area.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/05/2023
Decision
04/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34 S., R. 7 E., Sec. 9 and 19
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 2/21/2024
his project area is located on Sugarpine Mt., Chemult Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to remove some trees around Sugarpine Lookout that have grown tall enough to impact the landscape view for detection of wildfires. The desired condition is an unobstructed view to detect wildfires at their smallest size.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/25/2022
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.28S., R.9E., Sec.25-26
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 2/8/2024
This project area is located on Sugarpine Mt., Chemult Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

U of O wants to install a seismic monitor on Sugarpine Mt. in order to close a gap within the seismic monitoring network for the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/25/2022
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.28S., R.9E., Sec.26
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/8/2024
This project is located approximately 2 miles south of the town of Rocky Point, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to add a seismic monitoring site to the Earthquake Early Warning System to monitor the surrounding areas for earthquakes. Tomahawk Butte will provide a key location to fill a gap within the earthquake warning network.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/19/2023
Decision
02/2024 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 36 S., R. 6 E., Sec 15
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/8/2024
This project is located on the Klamath Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

Verizon has proposed to install new vaults and fiber optic line to their existing shelter at the communications site located at Pierce Point. This line is needed for reliability of voice and data services and will build in redundancy for back up.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/25/2022
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.36S., R.5E., Sec.34
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/30/2023
Township 38S, Range 18E, section 7 (42.282177,-120.636366) · Lake, Oregon

The current bridge near the dam along trail No. 127 does not adhere to proper hydrologic requirements and thus needs replacement. The existing bridge is also exhibiting major structural deficiencies and accessibility issues.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
09/14/2023
Decision
10/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Benjamin Goodin · benjamin.goodin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 10/30/2023
The Lofton Reservoir boat dock is located in the Bly Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest approximately 20 miles west of the town of Lakeview, Oregon. · Lake, Oregon

The Lofton Reservoir Campground boat dock is unsuitable for public use and is in need of replacement.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
09/14/2023
Decision
10/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Benjamin Goodin · benjamin.goodin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 38S, Range 16E, section 22
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/27/2023
Lakeview Ranger District, Lake County, Fremont-Winema National Forest T38 S, R18 E, sec 7 · Lake, Oregon

The current bridge on trail No. 127 near the Cottonwood Dam does not adhere to proper hydrologic requirements, has structural deficiencies and does not meet current accessibility standards thus it needs replacement.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
09/14/2023
Decision
10/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stephen Brown · Stephen.Brown@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 10/27/2023
The natural boundaries needing replaced with fencing are located on the Bly Ranger District within the Bootleg Fire footprint. · Lake, Oregon

Fences and Natural Boundaries are essential for proper livestock management. The Bootleg fire removed a lot of the natural boundaries which need to be replaced with new fences.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
03/21/2023
Decision
10/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Benjamin Goodin · benjamin.goodin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S R13, 31, 30, 19, 18 & T34S, R12E, 33, 31, 30, 28, 25,24,19,13
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 9/18/2023
Camp Cottonwood is located on Cottonwood Meadow Lake in Lake County Oregon. · Lake, Oregon

Camp Cottonwood needs some upgrades and repairs to maintain the current facility. The camp would like to remodel to the dining hall to optimize the building for use and enhance camper experiences as well as upgrade the water line.

Facility management
Scoping Start
03/20/2023
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Nicole Gann · nicole.gann@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 38 S., R., 18 E., W.M. sec. 7
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/13/2023
Dead Indian Mountain communication site. · Lake, Oregon

The road to Dead Indian Communication Site is in poor condition and needs to be repaired for access to the communication site as well move the helicopter landing pad to a more desirable location for emergencies.

Road managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
03/20/2023
Decision
04/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Nicole Gann · nicole.gann@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion40 Cfr 1506.3(D)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 30 S., R. 16 E., W.M. Sec 9 and 10
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 9/13/2023
This project is located on the Bly and Paisley Ranger Districts, Lake and Klamath counties, on the Fremont-Winema National Fores. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

BPA plans to repair the right of way for their Grizzly-Cpt Jack access road to access the Ross-Malin Fiber line and complete repairs to the fiber line.

Road management
Scoping Start
04/06/2023
Decision
05/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Nicole Gann · nicole.gann@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion40 Cfr 1506.3(D)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/13/2023
T. 26 S., R. 11 E., W.M. Sec. 36 · Klamath, Oregon

The permittee will be completing the work. The equipment for the tower and shelter will be placed on a truck and dropped in place. A fence post may be used to stabilize the equipment and a concrete base may be placed to keep the equipment level.

Facility management
Scoping Start
11/04/2022
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Nicole Gann · nicole.gann@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 9/6/2023
This project is located on the Chiloquin Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

PacifiCorp wants to add a junction box along their line to provide electricity to thye GTN Pipeline to support their anode system which protects the pipeline.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/25/2022
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.34S., R.8E., Sec.1
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 9/5/2023
Project area is located on Chiloquin Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need for Pacific Power to perform routine maintenance on power poles in the right of way.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/07/2023
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 35 S., R. 8 E., Sec 32-33 and T. 35 S., R. 9 E., Sec 5.
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 9/5/2023
Project area is located on the Chiloquin Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need for Pacific Power to perform routine maintenance on power poles in the right of way.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/08/2023
Decision
09/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34 S., R, 8 E., Sec. 31-33
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 7/20/2023
This project is located on the Chiloquin Ranger District. The project area includes lands east of State Highway 97 and the Klamath Marsh. · Klamath, Oregon

I am proposing to create and maintain linear fuel breaks along system roads by reducing vegetation adjacent to these features. The width of the linear fuel breaks would be a maximum of 1000 feet combining both sides of the road.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
04/30/2023
Decision
08/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Souza · Jade.Souza@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other; 2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/22/2023
The project areas occur with the multiple fire footprints located across the Fremont - Winema National Forest · Klamath, Oregon

I am proposing reforestation activities on 6,200 acres of the 12,500 acres that were identified as needing reforested. I am also proposing to create and maintain linear fuel breaks. They will be a max of 1,000 feet and will not exceed 3,000 acres.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/26/2022
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.3(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other; 2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project area occurs across the Fremont - Winema National Forest.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/15/2023
Reforestation activities on approximately 48,400 acres within the burned areas on the Bly and Lakeview Ranger Districts. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Reforestation activities (planting native tree species including ponderosa pine, western white pine, sugar pine and whitebark pine) including site preparation of natural regeneration areas and planting.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/18/2022
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Benjamin Goodin · benjamin.goodin@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Lakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/15/2023
Large fire footprints on the Paisley Ranger District including Brattain Fire area, Deadhorse Campbell Lakes area and Skull Creek area. · Lake, Oregon

Reforestation activities (planting native tree species including ponderosa pine, western white pine, sugar pine, and whitebark pine) on approximately 5,000 acres, including site prep of natural regeneration areas and planting.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/18/2022
Decision
06/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jeannette Wilson · jeannette.wilson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 6/3/2023
Township 30 South, Range 16 East, Sections 9 and 10, Willamette Meridian. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed project would issue a road use permit with BPA to authorize road reconstruction maintenance on NFDR Roads 2901-013 and 2901-019 on the Silver Lake Ranger District to ensure that the BPA communications relay facility remains accessible.

Road management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/3/2023
This project is located in the Paisley Ranger District, at T36S, R17E W  Sec 5 and N  Sec 7. · Lake, Oregon

The Bootleg fire removed natural boundaries necessary to control livestock movements. This project proposes reconstructing up to 2.5 miles of four strand barbed wire fence. The work will be completed by a qualified fence contractor.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/03/2022
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stephen Brown · Stephen.Brown@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 5/31/2023
This project is located in the Bly Ranger District, at T34S R13, 31, 30, 19, 18 & T34S, R12E, 36, 25, 24, 13. · Klamath, Oregon

The Bootleg fire removed natural boundaries necessary to control livestock movements. This project proposes reconstructing up to 12 miles of four strand barbed wire fence. The work will be completed by a qualified fence contractor.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/03/2022
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stephen Brown · Stephen.Brown@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 5/24/2023
Deming Creek Corral is located on the Fremont-Winema Forest in Klamath County Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

The project is planned to replace the existing corrals and move the corral footprint slightly to the northwest of current location, away from the slope, and towards the existing parking area.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
03/20/2023
Decision
05/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stephen Brown · Stephen.Brown@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36 South R15 East, Section 16
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 4/6/2023
T 40S, R 18E, Sec 35 SE/SW  of the . · Lake, Oregon

The Forest proposes to install a four-strand wildlife friendly fence approximately 100%u2019 x 100%u2019 around a population of showy milkweed within the Horseshoe East Pasture.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/04/2022
Decision
12/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2023 (Estimated)
Cheran Cavanaugh · cheran.cavanaugh@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Horseshoe East Monarch Exclosure Fence ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/12/2022
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 4/6/2023
The Lakeview Ranger Station is located at 18049 Highway 395 Lakeview, Oregon 97630. · Lake, Oregon

The Forest is proposing to decommission and remove 5 buildings from the Lakeview Ranger District site to meet the Forest's long-term needs. The 5 buildings located at 18049 Highway 395, Lakeview, Oregon 97630, are under-utilized and inadequate.

Facility management
Scoping Start
03/20/2023
Decision
04/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Travis Stewart · Travis.Stewart@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S R20E S4 SW of NE
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 3/1/2023
The majorty of the project occurs along FS road 9772. · Klamath, Oregon

GTN needs a power supply to support their anode system which protects the pipe from corrosion.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/26/2022
Decision
02/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 32 S., R. 8 E., Sec. 31, T. 33 S., R. 8E., Sec. 6, 7, 8, 17, 16, 21, 22, 27, 26, and 35., T. 34 S., R. 8 E., Sec. 1 and 2.
Environmental Assessment · Ochoco National Forest All Units · updated 2/1/2023
National Forests in Oregon, east of the Cascade Mountain Range. · Baker; Crook; Deschutes; Grant; Harney; Klamath; Lake; Malheur; Umatilla; Union; Wallowa; Asotin; Columbia; Garfield; Walla Walla, Oregon; Washington

The USFS will evaluate alternatives to the wildlife standard of the Eastside Screens that limits harvest of trees greater than 21 inches for the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, Malheur, Ochoco, Deschutes, and Fremont-Winema National Forests.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
08/11/2020
Comment Period
08/11/2020
Decision
01/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation219 (2012)
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsDeschutes National Forest; Fremont-Winema National Forest; Malheur National Forest; Ochoco National Forest; Umatilla National Forest; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest
DistrictsBend/Fort Rock Ranger District; Crescent Ranger District; Sisters Ranger District; Bly Ranger District; Lakeview Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District; Chiloquin Ranger District; Malheur National Forest All Units; Ochoco National Forest All Units; Umatilla National Forest All Units; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 1/4/2023
The Project is east of Dog Lake, approximately 19 miles southwest of the town of Lakeview in Sections 22, 27, and 33-34 of, T40S, R17E; Lake County, Oregon. · Lake, Oregon

The Fremont Winema NF is proposing to decommission approximately 3.1 miles of the 4020303 road along the east side of Dog Lake due to poor road conditions, hydrological issues, unstable soils, danger trees, and repeated need for maintenance

Road management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stephen Brown · Stephen.Brown@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 1/4/2023
The RAC projects are located primarily on the east side of the Fremont-Winema Forest. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

5 separate projects: EFM Shaded Fuel Break, Warner Fuel Break II, Obenchain Forest and Rangeland Health, Bear Wallow All Lands RAC and LFLP 2022 Paddock Butte Project.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
04/04/2022
Decision
01/2023 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Amy Markus · amy.markus@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.3(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/7/2022
T 37 S, R 21 E, S 2 · Lake, Oregon

The Forest Service proposes to build a fence to create a rotation manageable riparian pasture around Little Honey Creek on the Whitepine Allotment in the North Warners.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
02/01/2022
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 12/7/2022
This project is located in the Silver Lake Ranger District, at T. 28 S., R. 14 E., W.M. sec 21., T. 29 S., R. 15 E., W.M. sec. 30 and 33, T. 30 S., R. 15 E., W.M. sec. 30. · Lake, Oregon

Midstate Electric needs to replace five 45-foot poles. All the poles will be replaced within the same spot except pole 96003 which will be moved over two feet. The work will be completed as soon as possible and will be finished within the same day.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/03/2022
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · Ashley.Philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 12/7/2022
The two sites are located on the Silver Lake Ranger District. Oatman Flats prospect is located in T.27S. R.13E. W.M. Sec. 8 and McCarty Butte prospect is located in T.26S. R.13E. W.M. Sec. 17 and 18. · Lake, Oregon

Oregon Department of Transportation is in need of a rock quarry material source for aggregate production to service the section of Highway OR31. ODOT requests authorization to conduct evaluative drilling on USFS land at two sites.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/03/2022
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Stephen Brown · Stephen.Brown@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 12/7/2022
This project is located within the Bly Ranger District, at T34S R13E S12. · Klamath, Oregon

This project will replace the guzzler that was destroyed during the Bootleg Fire. Guzzler systems are situated on the Fremont National Forest in areas documented to lack abundance of water for wildlife species living and moving through the area.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/03/2022
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · Ashley.Philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 11/23/2022
Silver Lake Forest Service compound. · Lake, Oregon

Midstate Electric proposing to replace 5 power poles due to age and condition.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/31/2022
Decision
11/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityElectric Transmission
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.28 S., R. 14 E., W.M. sec. 21.
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/27/2022
This project is located in the Lakeview Ranger District, at T. 37 S., R. 20E., W.M. sec. 8 and 17. · Lake, Oregon

This project will install a fish screen in Cox Creek to prevent native fish species from migrating down a diversion ditch rather than the natural stream course. The screen will be in place yearly between April 1 and Sept 30.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/03/2022
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · Ashley.Philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 10/27/2022
The two small lakes are about a mile apart and are both reached via Forest roads 28 and 033. · Lake, Oregon

To exclude livestock from Dead Horse Lake/Campground and Campbell Lake/Campground, we will construct wooden fences and install cattle guards at roads and hiker gates at trails. Where possible we may also fell dead trees to block livestock access.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
09/23/2014
Decision
01/1970 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joy Fatooh · joyafatooh@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Maintenance
Decision Decided Date07/01/2026
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 35 S R 16 E Section 1; R 17 E Section 6
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 10/26/2022
Forest-wide · Lake, Oregon

CenturyLink has a network of communication lines (telephone; fiber optic) spanning across the Forest. The permits authorizing this network have expired. CenturyLink has applied for two permits renewing all lines associated with expired permits.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joshua Golson · joshua.golson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/17/2022
This project area is located with the Bootlag Fire Perimeter, West of FS 44 Road. · Klamath, Oregon

I propose to replace the guzzler that was destroyed in the Bootleg fire footprint. ODFW has received grant funding from the Mule Deer Foundation to replace this infrastructure in support of big game (elk and deer) and other wildlife.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/26/2022
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34 S., R. 11E., Sec. 11
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/17/2022
The project is located SW of Hawks Lakes in between the Sprague River Road and Williamson River Road. · Klamath, Oregon

I am proposing a fuels reduction treatment in the Little Mahogany project area. Fuels treatments will include the removal of brush and small trees up to 4 inch DBH. Timeframe for implementation is Spring 2023.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/26/2022
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34S., R. 9E., Sec. 29
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 10/17/2022
The ODOT groomer barn is located at the ODOT Facility near Lake of the Woods. · Klamath, Oregon

The ODOT groomer barn constructed in 2015 is in need of a floor drain to allow melted snow to drain off the floor and prevent slips and falls from the freezing floor.

Facility management
Scoping Start
07/26/2022
Decision
10/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (21), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(21)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 36 S., R. 5 E., Sec. 35
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 10/11/2022
Big Meadows, Near 3659/3651 roads. · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to remove the pit toilet at Big Meadow in order to comply with the EPA's requirement that all large capacity cesspools are closed and decommissioned.

Facility management
Scoping Start
04/26/2022
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 35 S., R. 5 E., Sec 14
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 10/11/2022
Highway 138 corridor, Chemult Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to establish and maintain a linear fuel break along Highway 138, Chemult Ranger District.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
09/01/2021
Decision
09/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3(11)
Special Authority2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 29 S., R. 6 E., Sec 1-4, T. 29 S., R. 7 E., Sec 4-6
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 10/11/2022
Highway 97 corridor, Chemult Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

There is a need to establish and maintain a linear fuel break along Highway 97, Chemult Ranger District.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
09/01/2021
Decision
09/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2024 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3(11)
Special Authority2021 Infrastructure: Fuel Break Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 27., R. 8., Sec 4,8,9,17,20
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/11/2022
Near Spring Creek Campground and Hwy 97, along the 400 road. · Klamath, Oregon

Spring Creek Road is a small timber sale planned to treat the Lobert stands remaining between Hill IRTC and the 242 fire.I am proposing to extend vegetation treatment to this small lodgepole stand, following the same PDCs and BMPs outlined in Lobert.

Forest products
Scoping Start
04/26/2022
Decision
08/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 33 S., R. 7 E., Sec 33
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 8/15/2022
Private Boundary along Mountain Lakes Estates, Klamath Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

This purpose of this project is to create a 300-foot fire suppression holding feature along the private boundary of Mount Lakes Estates, intended to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire for an adjacent at-risk community.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/18/2022
Decision
04/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 36 S., R. 6 E., SEC 20, 21
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/15/2022
The study will include 1 to 3 acres located near Copperfield Draw, South of Sprague River Road. · Klamath, Oregon

Pecks Astragalus is a rare plant with limited distribution in California and Oregon. One reason is due to damage caused by the larvae of the moth Sparganothis tunicana. There is a need to test if reducing the pest damage will increase reproduction.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
04/26/2022
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Population Enhancements
Peck's Astragalus StudyDecision Signed Date: 07/14/2022
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 35 S., R. 8 E., Sec 15
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/15/2022
Ranch Creek Ditch, Chiloquin Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Enhance existing redband trout spawning habitat and provide cover for spawning trout. Work will occur in the Ranch Creek Ditch prior to the ditch entering private lands.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
01/18/2022
Decision
05/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34 S., R. 7 E., SEC. 19
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/15/2022
The seismic monitor will be located on top of Applegate Butte, Chiloquin Ranger District. · Klamath, Oregon

The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network wants to install an Earthquake Early Warning Station consisting of three structures. Applegate Butte will provide a key location to fill a gap within the earthquake warning network.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/26/2022
Decision
08/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 33 S., R. 8 E., Sec. 13
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 7/6/2022
The fence will run from the NE corner of the S. Hay Creek Riparian Pasture to the southern edge of the Dry Valley-Sparrow private Property in Section 1 of T 40 S R 16 E. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed project is a one mile fence to exclude the South Fork of Hay Creek not within the S. Hay Creek Riparian Pasture from use while cattle are on the Corral Springs pasture of the Dog Mountain Allotment to better manage the riparian area.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
02/01/2022
Decision
07/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 5/23/2022
Campbell Lake Recreation Site: T. 35 S., R. 17 E., WM., section 6 Lookout Rock Trailhead: T. 36 S., R. 16 E., WM., section 11 Quartz Mountain Snow Park: T. 37 S., R. 16 E., section 34 · Lake, Oregon

Campbell Lake: Replace fire damaged toilet and boat dock/ramp. Lookout Rock: Remove toilet vault and structure and reclaim site. Quartz Mountain: Remove the toilet vault and structure and reclaim site. Currier Guard Station repair.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
04/14/2022
Decision
05/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrea Dolbear · andrea.dolbear@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
Disaster Funding Bootleg FireDecision Signed Date: 05/06/2022
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 5/19/2022
The project is on the Silver Lake RD, north of the Bear Flat Rd, south and west of HWY 31, and east of Forest Service Road 2415. The legal location is T26S R11E S 11-14, 22-27, 35; T26S R12E S 19, 30. · Lake, Oregon

This project aims to improve timber stand health and wildlife habitat by reducing the risk of and increasing forest resilience to fire and insect and disease infestation through a combination of understory tree thinning and prescribed fire.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/01/2021
Decision
05/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Stout · christopher.stout@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 5/19/2022
The project is on the Silver Lake RD, SE of La Pine, Oregon between Gilchrist State Forest and the Fort Rock Property of Ecotrust Forest Management, T25S R11E S 19-35, T26S R11E S 1-11, T26S R12E S6. · Lake, Oregon

This project aims to improve timber stand health and wildlife habitat by reducing the risk of and increasing forest resilience to fire and insect and disease infestation through a combination of understory tree thinning and prescribed fire.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/22/2021
Decision
05/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2023 (Estimated)
Project documents
Christopher Stout · christopher.stout@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 5/19/2022
This project is located on the Bly Ranger District, at T.38S., R.16E., SEC. 22. · Lake, Oregon

The fishing pier at the Lofton Reservoir Campground was removed in May 2019 following an inspection which deemed it unsafe. This project will replace the pier with one of like design to restore public access.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
02/01/2022
Decision
05/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (22), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(22)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Umpqua National Forest All Units · updated 5/5/2022
Umpqua NF, Rogue River NF, and Winema NF. · Douglas; Jackson; Klamath, Oregon

The Forest Service is proposing to amend the Land and Resource Management Plans (LRMP) for the Umpqua, Rogue River, and Winema National Forests for the proposed Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline.

Land management planning
NOI in Federal Register
06/15/2017
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
04/05/2019
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
11/22/2019
Objection Period Start
11/22/2019
Decision
01/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Krantz · dkrantz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation219 (2012)
Project ActivityPlan Amendment
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest; Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest; Umpqua National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District; High Cascades Ranger District; Tiller Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/7/2022
Telecommunication site on top of Solomon Butte, Chiloquin Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

T-Mobile proposes to build a new shelter and install a new antenna with supporting telecommunication equipment on a designated communication site.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/19/2021
Decision
01/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Guillermo Sereno · guillermo.sereno@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 33 S., R. 8 E., Section 8
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 1/7/2022
This project is located within the Bly Ranger District, southwest of the southeast section 34 of township and range coordinates T 36 S, R 14 E · Klamath, Oregon

This project will issue a permit for CenturyTel to put in a fiber optic aerial line on a segment of Gerber Street which crosses Forest Service land and would use existing power structures to service a communication tower located on private land.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/30/2021
Decision
10/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 1/7/2022
NW of NW of section 25 of T. 38 S, R. 20 E. · Lake, Oregon

To issue a temporary construction permit for 5 years to Surprise Valley Elect. Corp. to install new aerial and underground power lines from Forest Service land to private.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/30/2021
Decision
11/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 1/6/2022
This project area is located approximately 6 miles east of highway 97 on the Kirk Road (FS 43) on the Chiloquin Ranger District, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

The Chiloquin Ranger District proposes to decommission three segments of roads within the Hog Creek system, 4520-278; 4520-270 (between 4519 and 4520); and 4526-935, totaling about 0.9 miles. All roads proposed for decommissioning are level 1 roads.

Road management
Scoping Start
12/01/2020
Comment Period
05/10/2021
Objection Period Start
11/09/2021
Decision
01/2022 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Souza · Jade.Souza@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSection 2 of T33, R8, section 31 of T32, R9, section 35 of T32, R8, and sections 2 and 11 of T33, R8
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 1/3/2022
The Project Area is located East of Lakeview and South of Highway 140 on Forest Service lands in T38S, R14E; T38S, R15E; T39S, R15E; T39S, R16E; T40S, R15E; T40S, R16E; T41S, R15E; and T41S, R16E. · Lake, Oregon

To improve wildlife habitat conditions and increase the forest resilience to disturbance events on approximately 69,567 acres through small tree thinning, prescribed fire, aspen/mountain mahogany/meadow enhancement, and stream restoration.

Special area managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
06/28/2021
Decision
12/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 12/27/2021
The project is in streams in the Sprague River Sub Basin Watershed located on Chiloquin, Bly, and Silver Lake Ranger Districts, Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

We are proposing emergency channel treatments to stabilize stream characteristics, reduce downcutting, store sediment, and aggrade incised channels in stream channels in the Sprague River Watershed that were affected by the Bootleg Fire.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
10/28/2021
Decision
12/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2022 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Souza · Jade.Souza@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (19), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(19)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District; Chiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/13/2021
T28S, R9E in sections 26, 27, 34, and 35; T29S, R9E, in sections1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, and 12; T29S, R10E, in sections 5, 6, and 7; and T28S, R10E in sections 31, and 32. · Klamath, Oregon

I am proposing to implement several vegetation management activities designed to improve timber stand health, improve wildlife habitat, to reduce fire risk; and to reduce the risk of and increase the resilience to insect and disease infestations.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsForest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
06/01/2020
Decision
03/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Souza · Jade.Souza@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 7/1/2021
T. 37 S., R. 15 E., WM., section 35 NE1/4 · Lake, Oregon

The Forest Supervisor proposes to issue a private road special use authorization to the landowner for their construction, operation and maintenance of an access road and gate.

Road management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joshua Golson · joshua.golson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 7/1/2021
Township 30 South, Range 16 East, Section 9, Willamette Meridian. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed action is to authorize the continued use, operation, maintenance and termination of the existing Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) communication facility. The proposal is associated with the renewal of the special use authorization.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(11)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 7/1/2021
Horseglades Spring · Lake, Oregon

The proposed project is to relocate the headbox to the new Horseglades Spring source and install a new pipeline to the relocated watering trough.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
12/09/2020
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 7/1/2021
On forest road 3815-012 which is southeast of Horsefly Mountain · Lake, Oregon

The McKendree Reservoir dam is in need of repair as there is erosion occurring on the face of the dam. The proposed repair will involve filling and compacting with approved fill material to stop the down cutting and avoid failure of the dam.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
12/09/2020
Decision
06/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 7/1/2021
The proposed project is located within the limits of the Dead Indian Mountain Communications Site in Township 30 South, Range 16 East, Section 9 W.M. within Lake County, Oregon. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed action is to authorize T-Mobile-West LLC (T-Mobile) to construct, operate, and maintain an outdoor cabinet facility with cellular telephone equipment at the Forest Service Dead Indian Mountain Communications Site.

Facility management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 7/1/2021
T. 35 S., R. 19 E., WM., sections 6, 7 · Lake, Oregon

The Forest Supervisor proposes to issue a private road special use authorization to the landowner for their construction, operation and maintenance of an access road (30%u2019 wide right of way).

Road management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
05/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joshua Golson · joshua.golson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 6/28/2021
Can Springs Campground Project: T.37S., R.22E., Section 7; and Twin Springs Project: T.39S., R.21E, Section 26. · Lake, Oregon

The District needs an additional vault toilet at Can Springs Campground following the removal of an older vault toilet in 2018 and to repair the toilet vault at Twin Springs Campground to prevent groundwater infiltration.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
03/17/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/21/2021
T.34S., R.18E., SEC. 16, W.M. · Lake, Oregon

The Proposed Action will close the bridge to use and replace deteriorated treated timber running planks with new ones. The work will be completed by a contractor. There will be no ground disturbance but some minor instream work is expected.

Road management
Scoping Start
03/17/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/21/2021
T 36S, R 17E, S 3 · Lake, Oregon

Deadhorse Bridge has critical findings from excessive decay and so cannot withstand heavy traffic and is posted. This project will replace failing timber members with innovative thermoplastic members to allow for continued and unrestricted use.

Road management
Scoping Start
03/17/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/21/2021
T 34S, R 16E, S 20 · Lake, Oregon

Fuller Walker bridge is suffering decay that is nearly at critical finding levels, which would prohibit vehicle use. This project will replace failing timber members with innovative thermoplastic members to allow for continued and unrestricted use.

Road management
Scoping Start
03/17/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/21/2021
T 36S, R 15E, S 31 · Klamath, Oregon

South Sprague Bridge has critical findings from excessive decay and so cannot withstand heavy traffic. This project will replace failing timber members with innovative thermoplastic members to allow for continued and unrestricted use.

Road management
Scoping Start
03/17/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ashley Philbeck · ashley.philbeck@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/8/2021
T37S, R18E · Lake, Oregon

The Thomas Creek Guard Station off NFS Road 28 was shut down around 1989 and is run down/lacking an adequate water source. Due to the condition of the facility, the Forest Supervisor marked it for demolition to reduce its physical footprint.

Facility management
Scoping Start
02/02/2021
Decision
04/2021 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joshua Golson · joshua.golson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 12/15/2020
The Brattain Fire Rehabilitation project area is approximately 8 miles South of the town of Paisley, Oregon. · Lake, Oregon

The Brattain Fire burned 50,951 acres on the Fremont-Winema. Rehabilitation efforts are needed for timber salvage not to exceed 250 acres, road and trail hazard abatement, reforestation, and fence and recreation facility repair and replacement.

Road managementRecreation managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/22/2020
Decision
12/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrea Dolbear · adolbear@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5); 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1); 32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, T34S, and T33S and R19E, R18E, and Rl7E; Lake County, Oregon.
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 11/3/2020
This project area is located approximately 6 miles east of highway 97 on the Kirk Road (FS 43) in Klamath County, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

The district is proposing to implement several wildlife habitat and meadow enhancement activities in the Hog Creek system.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/13/2018
Decision
06/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Martinez · jademartinez@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 10/5/2020
The Project is located off of Highway 140 along either side of FSR 3661, and ending at the Fourmile Campground entrance, approximately 40 miles east of the City of Klamath Falls · Klamath, Oregon

I am proposing to remove all Lodgepole pine trees greater than 9 inches diameter and all hazard trees within the Campground and fall all danger trees within 150 feet either side of FSR 3661

Recreation management
Scoping Start
12/03/2019
Decision
10/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Robert Lewis · rglewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/30/2020
The forest area bounded by Sprague R. Rd. to the south; Klamath Marsh to the north; Yamsi Ranch to the east; and the ridgeline connecting Solomon, Applegate, Little Applegate, and Crawford Buttes. · Klamath, Oregon

Thinning in overstocked stands; thinning to reduce mortality in stands infested with insects; fuels reduction to reduce fire hazard; and vegetation treatments to improve mule deer habitat.

Fuels managementForest productsWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
12/18/2019
Decision
06/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2021 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (20), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(20); 32.3 (5); 32.3 (9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other; Hfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects; Hfra Title Vi: Wildfire Resilience Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/8/2020
Fremont-Winema National Forest · Lake, Oregon

Would allow removal of individual white fir trees %u2265 21%u201D DBH to protect old-growth, restore species composition and stand structure, maintain diversity components, and improve forest resiliency to fire, drought, insects and disease.

Land management planning
Scoping Start
01/2020 (Estimated)
Comment Period
03/2020 (Estimated)
Objection Period Start
04/2020 (Estimated)
Decision
09/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrea Dolbear · andrea.dolbear@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (16), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(16)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation219 (2012)
Project ActivityPlan Amendment
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Lomi RX Completed
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 6/16/2020
East of Sugar Pine Mountain, T27S, R8E, T27S, R9E, T27S, R10E, T28S, R10E, T29S, R10E, T29, R11E, T30, R10E, and T30S, R11E in Klamath County, OR. This project is on the Chemult Ranger District. · Klamath, Oregon

This project is proposing 28,378 acres for prescribed burn treatments. Activities include site preparation and/or hand and heavy equipment blade line; understory burning by means of hand lighting, UTV mounted torch, and/or helicopter firing

Fuels management
Scoping Start
03/02/2020
Decision
06/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrea Dolbear · andreasdolbear@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Lomi Fuels Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/16/2020
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 6/3/2020
The Project is located off of Westside Road, approximately 40 miles northeast of the City of Klamath Falls in Section 26 of, T34S. R06E, Klamath County, Oregon. · Klamath, Oregon

I am proposing to allow Knife River to construct a new driveway from Westside Road into their parcel, which will cross a strip of National Forest Service land (approximately 60 feet wide).

Special use management
Scoping Start
12/03/2019
Decision
06/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 5/20/2020
North boundary - Hwy 140, East boundary Dead Indian Memorial Road, South boundary intersection of Dead Indian Mem Rd & Westside Rd, west boundary LOW Westside Rd. · Klamath, Oregon

Removal of Hazard and Danger trees adjacent to campgrounds, cabins, resorts, and roads to lower risk to Lake of the Woods community, provide a safe recreation experience to the public and seasonal residents.

Special use managementFacility managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/18/2019
Decision
05/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Maintenance; Road Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 36 S, R 5 E, Sec. 34, T 37 S, R 5 E, Sec: 2,3,4, 10, 11, 14,15, 22
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/27/2020
This project is located approximately 7 miles north of Chiloquin, OR in section 35 of T33S, R7E, in Klamath County, OR, on the Chiloquin Ranger District. · Klamath, Oregon

Remove failing bridge and replacing with a new structure in kind, in place.

Road management
Scoping Start
04/16/2019
Decision
10/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Julie Gott Benedetti · jgottbenedetti@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 4/23/2020
The site is approximately 15 miles NW from the town of Lakeview, OR and adjacent to the White King/Lucky Lass Mines. The site is directly off Forest Service Road 3780. · Lake, Oregon

The stabilization of current erosion patterns; addition of organic material to rebuild soil structure, biological function, and stability; and establishment of a more diverse and effective vegetative ground cover through invasive plants treatments.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/08/2020
Decision
04/2020 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Regina Rone · regina.rone@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations; Noxious Weed Treatments
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S R19E Section 30
Environmental Assessment · Paisley Ranger District · updated 3/6/2020
Located within the Red Zone on the Paisley and Bly Ranger Districts. · Lake, Oregon

The purpose of this project is to improve forest health and vigor, promote health and sustainability of non-forest plant communities, and improve hydrologic function.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWatershed managementForest products
Scoping Start
12/21/2009
Comment Period
12/20/2013
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jessica Richardson · jessicalrichardson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityStewardship Contract, Consolidated Appropriations Resolution Of 2003
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Deuce Fuels Reduction & Vegetation Project, Forest Plan Amends 38, 39, 40Decision Signed Date: 07/15/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Impact Statement · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/4/2020
South Chiloquin · Klamath, Oregon

The purposes of this project, consistent with the Winema National Forest Land and Resource Management Plan, is to promote the overall sustainability of vegetative systems and hydrologic functioning within the project planning area.

Road managementFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Recreation managementForest productsWatershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsHeritage resource management
NOI in Federal Register
10/15/2015
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
07/07/2017
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/29/2018
Objection Period Start
03/30/2018
Decision
08/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Heritage Resource Management; Special Products Sales; Noxious Weed Treatments; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 33S R7.5E S 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 35, 36 T33S R 7E S 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26,27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 T33S R8E S 7, 8, 17, 18, 19, 20, 29, 30, 31
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 1/23/2020
The Project Area is located approximately six miles northwest of the town of Lakeview, Oregon in Lake County. The entire Project Area is within the Lakeview Federal Stewardship Unit. · Lake, Oregon

The proposal includes a holistic approach that uses vegetation management, fuel reduction, road management, aspen restoration, and meadow and riparian restoration, to restore the landscape. Both mechanical and non-mechanical treatments are proposed.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
04/12/2018
Comment Period
04/30/2019
Objection Period Start
07/02/2019
Decision
11/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lisa Renan · lrenan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Lakeview Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownships 34,35,36,37,38 South, and Ranges 17,18,19,20 East, Willamette Meridian, Lake County, Oregon.
Environmental Impact Statement · Chemult Ranger District · updated 12/16/2019
The Antelope Allotments, totaling approximately 149,177 acres, is located on the Chemult and Silver Lake ranger districts, east of the town of Chemult and west of the community of Silver Lake. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Analysis of grazing reauthorization on the Antelope Grazing Allotment of the Silver Lake RD, and the Antelope C&H Allotment on the Chemult RD. Documentation of the Antelope Allotments reauthorization analysis now under a DEIS.

Grazing management
NOI in Federal Register
11/01/2010
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
12/19/2014
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
11/24/2017
Objection Period Start
11/24/2017
Decision
05/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Benjamin Goodin · bgoodin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations; Grazing Structural Improvements
Sagebrush Draw Drift Fence Jamison Meadow Range Fence and N Moffat FenceDecision Signed Date: 05/23/2014
Record of Decision Antelope Grazing Allotments ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/25/2018
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District; Chemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S R11E (project area center)
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 10/28/2019
All unpaved MVUM open roads on the Klamath Ranger District. · Klamath, Oregon

The road system of the Klamath Ranger District is inundated with dead and down trees. This proposal will help with road maintenance and clearing accumulation of road-side downed wood. Work would be accomplished using the personal firewood program.

Forest products
Scoping Start
05/2017 (Estimated)
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Robert Lewis · rglewis@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Products Sales
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionAll unpaved MVUM open roads on the Klamath Ranger District
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 10/25/2019
Project is located approximately 10 miles west of Chiloquin, Oregon near the north end of the Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge. · Klamath, Oregon

To mitigate storm damage from rain on snow event of winter 2014, and prevent additional damage to the USFS snowmobile bridge and Westside Road that is likely to occur in winter 2015.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
10/08/2015
Decision
08/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Brumbaugh · mhbrumbaugh@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (19), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(19)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 34S, R 6E, Sec 22 NE1/4; Sec 23 NW1/4; Sec 14 SW1/4
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/25/2019
The project would be located within the Dry Creek water sub-sheds, within the Barry Point Fire boundary; between Dog Lake and Goose Lake. · Lake, Oregon

The Forest is proposing to cut non-old-growth juniper in the Dry Creek water sub-shed to improve wildlife habitat in the Barry Point Fire area. Treatment techniques could include any or all: lop & scatter, piling, pile & cover, fire, removal.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
09/12/2017
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R17E, WM, Sec 25-27,34-36; T40S, R18E, WM, Sec 27-34; T41S, R17E, WM, Sec 1-3,10,11; T41S, R18E, WM, Sec 3-10.
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 10/25/2019
Forest-wide · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Fremont-Winema National Forest is proposing to issue a forest-wide master special use authorization for existing NRCS SNOTEL sites. No changes to the scope of these authorizations are proposed and no additional ground disturbance would occur.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/15/2019
Decision
10/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Andrea Dolbear · adolbear@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
SU Authorization Reissuance for Existing NRCS SNOTEL SitesDecision Signed Date: 10/24/2019
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Environmental Assessment · Paisley Ranger District · updated 10/25/2019
The Swamp Creek allotment consists mostly of land on the Paisley Ranger District, with the remainder and all of the Mill Flat and Simms allotments being on the Lakeview Ranger District. · Lake, Oregon

This area has been brought forward for analysis at this time in order to comply with the Rescission Act of 1995, which requires the Forest Service to establish and adhere to a schedule for completion of NEPA analyses and decisions on all allotments.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
01/10/2011
Comment Period
01/07/2015
Objection Period Start
03/2015 (Estimated)
Decision
07/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Benjamin Goodin · bgoodin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSwamp T35SR19E S27 31-34 T36SR18E S1,11-15,21-28,33-36 T36SR19E S2-11,13-15,17-19 T37SR18E S1-4,9-15 T37SR19E S6,7 Mill T36SR20E S13,14,18-34 T37SR20E S3-6,11,13,14,23,24,26 Simms T36SR20ES25,26,35,36
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/26/2019
Forest Service Road 3651 leads to Cold Springs Trailhead and is located off of Highway 140. · Klamath, Oregon

Removal of dead trees along the 3651 road which is a highly traveled road that leads to Cold Springs Trailhead. Limbs and slash would be piled for later burning and the area designated for personal or commercial firewood collection.

Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
05/01/2017
Decision
09/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2020 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joshua Fitzpatrick · jdfitzpatrick@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Special Products Sales
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 35 S., R. 5 E., WM., sections 12, 13, 23, 24, 25, 26
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 8/29/2019
The project is located about 45 miles northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon; on FSR 3513 and FSR 3513-110 off of Westside Road, west of Upper Klamath Lake. · Klamath, Oregon

Analysis of 4 alternatives to replace or repair the road-stream crossing on FSR 3513-110; and possibly decommission segments of FSR 3513 and FSR 3513-110. The selected alternative could change access to these FSRs.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
04/25/2018
Comment Period
03/17/2019
Objection Period Start
06/18/2019
Decision
08/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kyle Gomez · kjgomez@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R06E, Section 3
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 7/24/2019
east of Crater Lake National Park, west of the FS 70 rd, north of bear creek, & south of hwy 138 · Klamath, Oregon

Prescribed initial & reentry underburning of 9000 acres to reduce fuel profiles and to bring fire regime condition class to within the estimated historical range of variability during a specifically defined reference period (FRCC 1).

Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/2019 (Estimated)
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29S R7.5E Sec 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 34, 35, 36; T30S R7.5E Sec 1, 2, 3, 10, 11.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 7/24/2019
This project is located near Sunset Campground Boat Ramp at Lake of the Woods, approximately 32 miles northwest of Klamath Falls, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

The district is proposing to allow Century Link to place high speed enabling equipment at an existing telecommunications site south of Sunset boat launch at Lake of the Woods.

Special use management
Scoping Start
11/07/2018
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Martinez · jademartinez@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 7/24/2019
This project is located near Lake of the Woods, approximately 32 miles northwest of Klamath Falls, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

The district is proposing to allow Hunter Communications to place approximately 1400 feet of fiber optic cable within underground conduit.

Special use management
Scoping Start
11/07/2018
Decision
03/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jade Martinez · jademartinez@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
East Hills Project Completed
Environmental Impact Statement · Bly Ranger District · updated 7/23/2019
North and West of the Sycan Wild and Scenic River on Chiloquin RD and East of the Black Hills Project on Bly RD on The Klamath Tribes former reservation lands. · Klamath, Oregon

Landscape planning on 138,733 acres of National Forest System lands with a focus on promoting sustainable forest and watershed functions.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed managementFuels managementRoad managementForest products
NOI in Federal Register
10/14/2016
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
02/23/2018
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/21/2018
Objection Period Start
06/21/2018
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
East Hills Project Final Environmental Impact Statement Record of DecisionDecision Signed Date: 10/29/2018
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Chiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S,R11E; T32S,R12E; T32S,R13E; T33S,R10E; T33S,R11E; T33S,R12E; T33S,R13E; T34S,R10E; T34S,R11E; T34S,R12E; T34S,R13E; T34S,R14E; T35S,R11E; T35S,R13E; T35S,R14E WM
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 7/2/2019
This project is located near the eastern boundary of Crater Lake National Park, approximately 15 miles southwest of the town of Chemult. · Klamath, Oregon

The district is proposing 13,000 acres for prescribed burn treatments. These treatments include line preparation around the units, creation of one large fuel break along the eastern boundary between Crater Lake National Park and the forest boundary.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
12/13/2018
Decision
07/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Faith Brown · fbrown@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
North Boundary Fuels Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/02/2019
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Green Valley Completed
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 5/22/2019
The project is located in Lake County, west of Dog Lake, on National Forest System (NFS) lands. · Lake, Oregon

The forest is proposing to improve resource conditions, and increase forest resilience to insect and disease infestation on the Lakeview District, in the area of Green Valley.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
04/12/2018
Decision
05/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Ramsey · mramsey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Green Valley Decision Memo ERRATADecision Signed Date: 05/10/2019
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R16E, Sections 13, 14, 22-26, & 35; and T40S, R17E, Sections 15, 17-22, 27-32
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 5/22/2019
The area adjacent to Miller Lake Road between Chemult, OR and Miller Lake Campground. · Klamath, Oregon

The Forest Service proposes to improve resource conditions, and increase the forest resilience to insect and disease infestations, along the 9772 road between the city of Chemult and Miller Lake, on about 3,000 acres of National Forest.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/14/2018
Decision
05/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Miller Lake Insect and Disease Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/22/2019
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 4/24/2019
The Project is located adjacent to FSR 4550 and several of its spurs (4550-260, 4550-263, 4550-290, 4550-330, 4550-360, and 4550-489), approximately 25 miles east of the City of Chiloquin. · Klamath, Oregon

Harvest of dead trees adjacent to 2 miles of FSR 4550 and several short spurs. Total acres is 249.

Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
04/25/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Special Products Sales; Timber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 2/19/2019
The Project is located on Forest Service Road 4400, approximately 17 miles east of the City of Chiloquin, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

The District is proposing to authorize the Clute's to develop a private, gated road across NFS lands to access their property. The proposed route would be about 500 feet long and up to 10 feet wide; connecting FSR 4400-180 to their property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/25/2018
Decision
02/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R10E, Section 17
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 2/8/2019
Amendments would be applicable across the Fremont-Winema National Forest. · Lake, Oregon

The Fremont-Winema National Forest is evaluating a proposal for three Winema Land and Resource Management (Winema Plan) amendments and one Fremont Resource Management Plan (Fremont Plan) amendment.

Land management planning
Scoping Start
12/08/2017
Comment Period
05/25/2018
Objection Period Start
12/05/2018
Decision
02/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Claire Ellwanger · cellwanger@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (16), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(16)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation219 (2012)
Project ActivityPlan Amendment
Decision Memo, Forest Plan Amendment, Winema LRMP Management Area 9ADecision Signed Date: 02/05/2019
Decision Memo, Forest Plan Amendments, Winema LRMP Management Area 3Decision Signed Date: 02/05/2019
Forest Plan Amendments, Fremont LRMP Management Area 15, Moist LodgepoleDecision Signed Date: 02/05/2019
Forest Plan Amendment, Winema LRMP Management Area 3, Char and SlashDecision Signed Date: 02/05/2019
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 1/31/2019
The fires were located on the Bly, Paisley, and Silver Lake Ranger Districts of the Fremont-Winema and include: the Ana, Devil%u2019s Lake, Jade Creek, Fish, and Mill Creek Fires. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

The forest is proposing to reforest areas affected by several wildfires that occurred in 2017 on the Bly, Paisley and Silver Lake RD. The fires were: the Ana, Devil's Lake, Jade Creek, Fish and Mill Creek Fires.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/17/2018
Decision
01/2019 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Ramsey · mramsey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
2017 Wildfire Reforestation-Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 01/31/2019
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S R15E Section 32 T38S R15E Sections 5, 6, 8, 17 T30S R16E Sections 3, 10, 11 T38S R15E Sections 10, 15 T36S R17E Section 18 T36S R16E Section 13, 24 T36S R17E Section 18 T35S R13E Section 8
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/30/2018
Dead Indian Mountain Communication Site is located atop Dead Indian Mt. T30S, R16E, in Sec. 9, W.M. It is located on the Silver Lake Ranger District between the towns of Silver Lake and Summer Lake. · Lake, Oregon

The reauthorization of expired Special Use Permits (SUPs) for a term of up to 30-years for the current authorized holders of these permits. No site-specific construction or ground disturbing activities are proposed.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/25/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sharon Dooley · sdooley@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionDead Indian Mountain Communication Site is T30S, R16E, in Sec. 9, W.M.
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/30/2018
The Round Pass Communication Site is located on Round Mt. T35S, R19E, in Sec. 32, W.M. · Lake, Oregon

The reauthorization of expired Special Use Permits (SUPs) and the conversion of MOUs to SUPs for a term of up to 30-years for the current authorized holders of these permits. No site-specific construction or ground disturbing activities are proposed.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/25/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sharon Dooley · sdooley@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe Round Pass Communication Site is T35S, R19E, in Sec. 32, W.M.
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/19/2018
The Watson Creek Fire Rehabilitation project area is approximately 6 miles NW of the town of Paisley, Oregon. It is within the Fremont-Winema National Forest, Paisley Ranger District. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed work activities are a result of the Watson Creek Fire. Proposed recreation related work includes activities such as sign replacement, bridge replacement, fence replacement, and trail work.

Facility managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
10/12/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lisa Renan · lrenan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5); 32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Trail Management; Scenery Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, T34S, and T33S and R18E, R17E, and R16E
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/16/2018
The project is located about 45 miles northwest of Klamath Falls, OR; off of Westside Road, adjacent to Upper Klamath Lake. · Klamath, Oregon

The project proposes to decommission about 3.5 miles of system roads that are currently in maintenance level 1 (closed to all access), for the purpose of improving watershed conditions.

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
05/18/2018
Comment Period
08/12/2018
Objection Period Start
09/23/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kyle Gomez · kjgomez@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R06E, Sections 9, 10, 11, 14, 16, 17, 21, 26, and 27
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/16/2018
The specific legal descriptions for the proposed in-stream habitat improvement projects are: NF Sprague Restoration T34S, R16E, Sec. 20, 21 and 28 and Elder Creek Restoration T35S, Rl7E, Sec. 25. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed work is rehabilitation work related to the Watson Creek Fire. The proposal includes in-stream tree placement and repair of fences to protect riparian areas from grazing. Also included is the felling of Danger and Hazard Trees near fence.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
10/12/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lisa Renan · lrenan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
DM Watson Creek Fire Rehabilitation Project- In-stream RehabilitationDecision Signed Date: 11/16/2018
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNF Sprague Restoration: T34S, R16E, Sec. 20, 21 and 28, Lake County. Elder Creek Restoration: T35S, Rl7E, Sec. 25, Lake County.
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/16/2018
The Watson Creek Fire Rehabilitation project area is approximately 6 miles NW of the town of Paisley, Oregon. It is within the Fremont-Winema National Forest, Paisley Ranger District. · Lake, Oregon

Reforestation activities totaling approximately 29,000 acres are proposed within the high-severity burn areas (>75% tree mortality) and proposed salvage units (250 acres) within the project area.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/12/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lisa Renan · lrenan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
DM Watson Creek Fire Rehabilitation Project- ReforestationDecision Signed Date: 11/16/2018
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, T34S, and T33S and R18E, R17E, and R16E
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/16/2018
The Watson Creek Fire Rehabilitation project area is approximately 6 miles NW of the town of Paisley, Oregon. It is within the Fremont-Winema National Forest on the Paisley Ranger District. · Lake, Oregon

Repair and maintenance activities on the roads, trails, and landline boundaries within the fire perimeter. This would include treatment of Danger and Hazard trees within a 150 foot buffer (300 foot total) along roads, trails, and landline boundaries.

Road managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Recreation managementGrazing management
Scoping Start
10/12/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lisa Renan · lrenan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Trail Management; Road Maintenance; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements
DM Watson Creek Fire Rehabilitation Project- Roads, Trails, and LandlinesDecision Signed Date: 11/16/2018
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project area is within the fire perimeter of the Watson Creek Fire and all proposed activities fall within this ~62,155 acre area; T35S, T34S, and T33S and R18E, R17E, and R16E.
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 11/16/2018
The Watson Creek Fire Rehabilitation project area is approximately 6 miles NW of the town of Paisley, Oregon. It is within the Fremont-Winema National Forest Paisley Ranger District. · Lake, Oregon

Salvage of 250 acres resulting from the Watson Creek Fire. The proposed 250 acres are within previously identified harvest units under the Deuce Environmental Analysis, Paisley Ranger District, Paisley, Oregon.

Forest products
Scoping Start
10/12/2018
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lisa Renan · lrenan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project area is within the fire perimeter of the Watson Creek Fire and all proposed activities fall within this ~62,155 acre area; T35S, T34S, and T33S and R18E, R17E, and R16E.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 10/31/2018
Project is accessed from County Road 1218 near the junction of FS Road 3840, dry pine site on the fringe with juniper/stepp · Klamath, Oregon

Install exclosure around Goodlow Pond, add logs and rootwads to provide basking sites and cover areas, cut western juniper on 580 acres between Goodlow Pond and Pankey Reservoir, jackpot burn piles or offer as firewood.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
06/07/2016
Decision
10/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R13E sections 20 and 21, W.M.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/27/2018
30 mi south of Crater Lake NP; 20 mi west of Klamath Falls; 50 mi from Medford; near Rocky Point, Klamath County · Klamath, Oregon

The NatureWatch site would be developed on 100-acre parcel of Forest Service land to provide an accessible trail, semi-primitive trail, interpretive signs, and bird blinds for wildlife observation near recently restored wildlife habitat.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
08/01/2011
Decision
05/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 35 South, Range 6 East, Section 9
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/20/2018
Fourmile Lake Campground at Fourmile Lake, about 50 miles northwest of Klamath Falls, OR · Klamath, Oregon

Install four additional horse corrals at existing campsites within the Fourmile Lake Campground.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
04/25/2018
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R5E, Section 9
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/20/2018
Sunset campground at Lake of the Woods, about 45 miles northeast of Klamath Falls, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

Install electrical service to 8 existing campsites at Sunset CG. Electricity is already at the CG, but needs trenching to extend electric lines to the 8 sites.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
04/25/2018
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R5E, Section 11
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/12/2018
The Project is located off Forest Service Road 8802-550, approximately 9 miles east of Chemult, OR. · Klamath, Oregon

This project will install 28 post-assisted woody debris structures in multiple streams in the Jack Creek headwaters. These structures will slow flow to arrest headcutting, increase wetland inundation, and raise the water table.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
02/07/2018
Decision
07/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (18), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(18)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S R9E, Sections 13 and 14
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 6/12/2018
Williamson River Campground, 5 miles north of Chiloquin, OR; east off of Highway 97 one mile. · Klamath, Oregon

The District is proposing to replace the entrance sign at the Williamson River Campground and install a new swinging gate in the same location.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
04/25/2018
Decision
06/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R07E, Section 2
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 5/25/2018
The Lower Walker Quarry is located on the Chemult Ranger District in Klamath County approximately 4 miles north of Chemult, Oregon off of the The Dalles - California Highway (US97). · Klamath, Oregon

The Forest Service is proposing to allow ODOT to expand the disturbed area of National Forest System land at Lower Walker Quarry from 11.2 acres to 26.2 acres. Existing timber on the expansion area (15 acres) will be commercially harvested.

Special use managementMinerals and geologyForest products
Scoping Start
12/01/2017
Comment Period
02/21/2018
Objection Period Start
03/27/2018
Decision
05/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Conroy · wconroy@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 27 South, Range 8 East, Section 3, W.M.
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/9/2018
A residential driveway crossing National Forest lands southeast of Chiloquin · Klamath, Oregon

Authorizes permittee's reconstruction and use of a residential driveway crossing National Forest lands. Because erosion has occurred, the permit will require permittee to complete specified erosional control measures.

Road management
Scoping Start
06/23/2016
Decision
02/2018 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Heather Reichert · hreichert@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35 S, R7 E, Sec. 2 NWSE (W.M.)
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 1/2/2018
Pierce Point T. 36 S., R. 5 E., WM., section 34; Tomahawk T. 36 S., R. 6 E., WM., section 15; Soloman Butte T. 33 S., R. 8 E., WM., section 7 · Klamath, Oregon

Request for new communication use leases for existing cellular facilities on National Forest System lands.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/12/2017
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionPierce Point T. 36 S., R. 5 E., WM., section 34; Tomahawk T. 36 S., R. 6 E., WM., section 15; Soloman Butte T. 33 S., R. 8 E., WM., section 7
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 1/2/2018
Private landowner property is located off of the forest service road 3555-080, accessed by the west side road. · Klamath, Oregon

Authorization of an existing road (60' wide) that crosses approximately 107' of National Forest System land to access private property that is being partitioned. The one road will access two separate land parcels.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/02/2017
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 36 S., R. 6 E., WM., section 8 SE1/4 NE1/4
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 1/2/2018
Private property is located off of Highway 62. · Klamath, Oregon

Authorization of an existing road that crosses approximately 30' of National Forest System land to access his private property that is being partitioned. This existing road is not a National Forest System road.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/02/2017
Decision
09/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34 S., R. 7 E., WM., section 18 SW1/4 NW1/4
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 11/27/2017
The project would be located within the Fishhole Lakes Recreation Area (which includes Lofton Reservoir, Heart Lake, and Holbrook Reservoir.) · Lake, Oregon

The Forest proposes to improve recreation facilities at Lofton Reservoir Campground. Activities would include: removal of 3 old toilets, installation of 1 new toilet & a couple picnic tables, & conversion of 2 camp sites to day-use parking.

Facility managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
09/20/2017
Decision
11/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R16E, WM, Section 22, NW 1/4
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 11/15/2017
This project is located approximately 35 miles southwest of Paisley, Oregon in Klamath County. The project area occurs at 6,900 feet elevation on Green Mountain on Paisley Ranger District. · Klamath, Oregon

The purpose of this project is to conserve and maintain viable whitebark pine populations. This project will modify species composition, forest structure, and stand density as needed to improve the overall resilience of this forested area.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/03/2017
Decision
11/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Paul Cheng · pcheng@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 34 S., R. 15 E., SEC. 16, 21-23, and 27-28
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/27/2017
Calimus Butte fire lookout area · Klamath, Oregon

This project would increase visibility from the Forest Service fire lookout located there. Currently, the trees nearest the facility have reached a height where they are beginning to impede visibility.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/11/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
David O'Neil · doneil@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34, R10, Sec. 8 and 17 (WM)
Environmental Assessment · Klamath Ranger District · updated 10/27/2017
Camp LOW Echo is located at the southeast corner of Lake of the Woods, south of Oregon State Highway 140. · Klamath, Oregon

A proposal has been made to upgrade facilities at Camp LOW Echo, an existing organizational camp under special use permit. Upgrade would be designed with the historic character and would provide improved, year-round facilities.

Recreation managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
07/13/2016
Comment Period
12/01/2016
Objection Period Start
02/17/2017
Decision
04/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael DeSmit · mdesmit@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R5E, NE1/4 of SE1/4, Section 15, WM
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/27/2017
Forest Service Roads 4652 and 4598 are located off of Forest Service Road 44, which can be access off of Forest Service Road 46, East of the Yamsay Ranch. · Klamath, Oregon

Creation of a drift fence approximately one mile in length to aid in livestock management. A strategically placed drift fence would allow better control over the movement between the North and South Yamsi allotment pastures.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/01/2017
Decision
08/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2018 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joseph Robson · jrobson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 33 S., R. 11 E., WM., section 22, SW of the NW
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/25/2017
The project is adjacent to the Drake Peak Lookout, in the Warner Mountains. · Lake, Oregon

The Forest proposes to remove the communication equipment building on Drake Peak & replace it with a pre-fabricated shelter for FS & USFW use. Activities would include removal of the current building & concrete pad, & installation of a new shelter.

Facility management
Scoping Start
09/12/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R22E, WM, Section 5, SW 1/4
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/25/2017
The project would be located on Forest land, in the vicinity of Drews Creek, off of FS Road 4017. · Lake, Oregon

The Forest proposes to permit the installation of less than half a mile of 7.2 kv overhead power line across FS land and along an existing private road to bring power to an adjacent private property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/12/2017
Decision
10/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R18E, WM., Section 11, NE 1/4
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/18/2017
Multiple areas, Forest-wide. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Treat existing genetic seed source sites to reduce the threat of fire and maintain a stable conifer seed source, including small tree thinning, brush removal, slash piling, pruning and mastication within the sites and around the perimeter.

Special area managementFuels management
Scoping Start
04/10/2017
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Edwin Brown · eabrown@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Special Area Management
Decision Memo-Genetic Resource Site ManagementDecision Signed Date: 05/26/2017
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 7/18/2017
Corridor along Highway 140; starting near the Klamath/Jackson county line, continuing east to the access road leading to the Tomahawk Communications Use Site and then up the access road to the site. · Klamath, Oregon

Operate and maintain fiber optic cable on existing power poles along Oregon State Highway 140 (approx. 17 miles), bury conduit for fiber optic cable under highway 140 and along access road to the Tomahawk Communications Use Site (approx. 1.5 miles).

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/03/2017
Decision
04/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 36 S., R 5 E., WM., sections 24, 25, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36; T. 37 S., R 5 E., WM., sections 3, 4, 5; T. 36 S., R. 6 E., WM., sections 9, 10, 15, 16, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25
Silver Fox Completed
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 7/18/2017
Project is located approximately 1 mile east of Yamsay Semi-primitive Non-motorized Recreation Area and 2 miles west of Thompson Reservoir · Lake, Oregon

Manage forest structure and species composition to improve forest landscape resiliency from uncharacteristic insect and disease disturbances. Treatments would include precommercial thinning, commercial thinning, and prescribed fire.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
11/28/2016
Decision
12/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chaylon Shuffield · cshuffield@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Silver Fox Forest Health Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/30/2016
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S R12E, Sec 25 & 36; T30S R13E, Sec 19-21, 28-34; T31S R12E, Sec 1; T31S R13E, Sec 2-4
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/26/2017
Southwest of Government Harvey Pass, adjacent to FS Road 3380019, and south of the Sycan Wild and Scenic River · Lake, Oregon

Open an area of 250 acres or less to cutting of dead and dying trees for commercial firewood use. Within an area of high mortality of lodgepole pine from pine beetles, referred to as the "Red Zone" in the past.

Forest products
Scoping Start
09/06/2016
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Products Sales
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R16E, Sections 33 and 34 W.M. surveyed
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/20/2017
North of Gerber Reservoir on the edge of the Forest boundary · Klamath, Oregon

Proposing vegetation management to reduce the risk of insect and disease and wildfire on about 2,496 acres. Activities would focus on understory thinning and juniper reduction followed by prescribed fire.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
Scoping Start
03/01/2017
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2019 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.3 (5)
Special AuthorityHfra Title Vi: Insect And Disease Projects
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R13E,Sections 11,13, 14, 22, & 23 and T38S, R14E, Sections 18, 29, 32, 33, WM
Decision Memo · Tiller Ranger District · updated 3/16/2017
Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline right-of-way · Douglas; Jackson; Klamath, Oregon

Renew existing special use permit to facilitate continued study/analysis on proposed Pacific Connector Gas Pipeline right-of-way. No new improvements outside existing survey areas are authorized with permit renewal.

Special use management
Scoping Start
01/12/2017
Decision
03/2017 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2017 (Estimated)
Project documents
David Krantz · dkrantz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
SUP Renewal Site Survey and Testing Pacific Connector Gas PipelineDecision Signed Date: 03/15/2017
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest; Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest; Umpqua National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District; High Cascades Ranger District; Tiller Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 11/18/2016
Klamath County · Klamath, Oregon

Klamath County will stockpile and remove approximately 7,000 cubic yards of crushed chip rock in an open area where they stockpiled the same volume of the same material for two previous road jobs.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/18/2015
Decision
11/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Brumbaugh · mhbrumbaugh@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31S; R9E; S15 SE1/4,NW1/4 and SW1/4, NE1/4 (W.M.)
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 10/21/2016
Yainax Butte Grazing Allotment, south of Mallory Reservoir · Klamath, Oregon

Proposal to build a fence to better control livestock access to two ponds between Capon Pasture and the Vinson Pasture. Build approx. 1 mile of new fence from the Keno Springs private land going south (adjacent to 3840 road) to the 3840210 road.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
06/07/2016
Decision
10/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.38S., R.12E., section 26 WM surveyed Klamath County, OR
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/30/2016
West of Hwy 31 in the Fort Rock Wildlife area · Lake, Oregon

ODOT is looking for a new rock quarry source for maintenance of Hwy. 31 between LaPine and Silver Lake. Evaluation drilling at five sites of about 20 acres each, holes of 3" diameter and 50' deep of varying number depending on subsurface conditions.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/09/2016
Decision
06/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26S, R13E, portions of sections 20, 29, 32 on NFS lands
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 8/16/2016
About 11 miles NE of Bly, Oregon off of Forest Service Road 34 · Lake, Oregon

Enhance the site by removing 330' of existing user create roads, convert 1,175' of roads to trail system, delineate accessible parking area, adjust access from blacktop Road 34 to improve public safety during entry and egress to monument.

Recreation managementHeritage resource management
Scoping Start
06/07/2016
Decision
07/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Heritage Resource Management; Trail Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R16E, sections 19 and 20, W.M.
Environmental Assessment · Klamath Ranger District · updated 7/7/2016
Lot 7, Block F, Lake of the Woods Housing Tract · Klamath, Oregon

A proposal has been submitted to replace existing Cabin F7 at Lake of the Woods. Replacement structure would meet current safety requirements along with energy efficiency and improved building function.

Recreation managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
07/29/2015
Comment Period
05/19/2016
Decision
07/2016 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael DeSmit · mdesmit@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/1/2016
Chiloquin Ranger District Compound · Klamath, Oregon

This project will connect the Chiloquin Ranger District to the town of Chiloquin's sewer line

Facility management
Scoping Start
03/30/2015
Decision
08/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kelly Ware · kware@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 5/10/2016
Block C, Lake of the Woods Housing Tract · Klamath, Oregon

A proposal has been submitted to replace existing Cabin C9 at Lake of the Woods. Replacement structure would meet current safety requirements along with energy efficiency and improved building function.

Special use managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
01/14/2015
Decision
05/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael DeSmit · mdesmit@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/9/2015
Grizzly Peak · Lake, Oregon

Consider request for SUP to intall an equipment shelter (26' x 11 1/2')on existing gravel pad, bury a powerline 120' through the graveled area and colocate antenna equipment on an existing tower at the Grizzly Peak Communications Site.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/08/2014
Decision
10/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2016 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Verizon Wireless - Grizzly Peak ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/08/2015
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R18E, SESW section 19 Willamette Meridian
Crooked Mud Honey Completed
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 9/23/2015
North Warner Mountains within the Lakeview Federal Stewardship Unit. · Lake, Oregon

Proposing forest restoration of the North Warner Mountains landscape within the Lakeview Stewardship Unit. Proposal would include commercial and non-commercial thinning treatments, use of prescribed fire, wildlife and aquatic habitat enhancement.

Forest productsRoad managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/03/2014
Comment Period
04/12/2015
Objection Period Start
07/29/2015
Decision
09/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Crooked Mud Honey Integrated Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/22/2015
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S,R21E;T36S,R22E;T37S,R21E;T37S,R22E;T38S,R22E W.M.
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 9/14/2015
The project area is bounded by Wildhorse Ridge to the north, Pelican Bay to the west, the Williamson River to the east and Telephone Draw to the south. · Klamath, Oregon

NOTE! Date on the Cover page of Final EA has been corrected. Proposed actions would accelerate stand restoration, aiming towards reintroduction of low intensity fire. Actions may include thinning, meadow enhancement, and road management.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
05/18/2012
Comment Period
11/22/2014
Objection Period Start
03/04/2015
Decision
05/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kelly Lawrence · kellylawrence@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
Bluejay Vegetation Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/20/2015
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S R9E, Sec: 27, 28, 33-36, 15, 16, 19-23, 26-36; T31S R9E, Sec 1-4, 9-17, 20-29, 33-36; T31S R10E, Sec 2-36; T31S, R11E, Sec 7,8, 17-20, 31,32; T32S, R9E, Sec 1-3, 10-11; T32S, R10E, Sec 1-6, 7-12;
Environmental Assessment · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/11/2015
The project area is entirely within the Silver Lake Ranger District (RD) and almost entirely within Lake County, Oregon (about 910 acres are within Klamath County). · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

This project addresses ecosystem restoration in coniferous forest, meadows, riparian areas, aspen stands and other plant communities while reducing high fuel levels and high road densities, and providing forest products.

Road managementLand management planningFuels management
Scoping Start
11/20/2012
Comment Period
03/03/2014
Objection Period Start
04/17/2014
Decision
09/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joy Fatooh · joyafatooh@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Plan Amendment; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green)
Oatman Restoration Project and Forest Plan Amendments #41 & 42Decision Signed Date: 09/11/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S R12E, Sec. 34-35; T27S R13E, Sec. 8, 17-22, 27-32; T28S R11E, Sec. 24-25, 36; T28S R12E, Sec. 1-2, 11-15, 19-35; T28S R13E, Sec. 18-19; T29S R11E, Sec. 1; T29S R12E, Sec. 2-12, 15-21, 29-32; and
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 7/5/2015
Auger Creek drainage within the Thomas Creek Watershed that lies northwest of the town of Lakeview, OR · Lake, Oregon

Withdraw 240.59 acres from location and entry of new mining claims under the United States mining laws for 20 years to protect remediation work that was completed at the mine sites in 2001-2002.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/31/2014
Comment Period
10/30/2014
Decision
06/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityLand Use Adjustments; Order Creation/Modification
Public Land Order No. 7836 Withdrawal NFS lands for White King/Lucky LassDecision Signed Date: 06/07/2015
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R18E, Section 25, NW14NE1/4;T37S, R19E, Section 30, lot 1, NW1/4NE1/4, E1/2NW1/4, NW1/4SE1/4
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/30/2015
Chiloquin Ranger District in the Williamson River and Sycan River watersheds. · Klamath, Oregon

Map 12. Evaluate livestock grazing on the Yamsi Grazing Allotment. The current Yamsi Allotment permit authorizes 444 cow/calf pairs for four months at 45% utilization.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
06/30/2010
Comment Period
04/09/2014
Objection Period Start
07/29/2014
Decision
07/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joseph Robson · joseph.robson@usda.gov
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R10E; T32S, R11E; T33S, R10E; T33S, R11E; T33S, R12E; T34S, R10E; T34S, R11E.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 6/26/2015
Northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Urban interface fuels and forest health thinning, brush treatment and underburning.

Fuels managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/29/2005
Decision
09/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (10)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Tomahawk Fuel Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/08/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R6E
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 6/26/2015
Five-Mile Creek, Trout Creek, Larkin Creek and Williamson River · Klamath, Oregon

Consider issuing a special use permit to install and maintain stream gages on Five-Mile Creek, Trout Creek, Larkin Creek and Williamson River.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/11/2014
Decision
09/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Chiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R13E, NW/NE section 25; T34S, R7E, NW/NE section 2; T34S, R7E, NE/SE section 3; T35S, R9E, SE/SW section 35
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 6/11/2015
Lake of the Woods, Highway 140 ODOT Maintenance Yard, Klamath Ranger District, Klamath County, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

This project proposes construction of a 1600 square foot building and access road at the ODOT yard location on Highway 140, to maintain and house snowmobile trail grooming equipment.

Facility managementRecreation managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
09/05/2014
Decision
11/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Trapanese · atrapanese@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
ODOT Lake of the Woods Hwy 140 Maintenance StationDecision Signed Date: 11/14/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionLatitude 42.397264 Longitude -122.203224
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
Goodlow Rim Area · Klamath, Oregon

BLM has requested a temporary right-of-way to locate, construct, use, maintain, and decommision and rehabilitate approx. 1/4 mile of low standard temporary road in the Goodlow Rim Area.

Road managementLand ownership management
Scoping Start
04/06/2005
Comment Period
04/27/2005
Decision
08/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Special Use Authorizations; Road Improvements/Construction
Decision Memo for Goodlow BLM Temporary RoadDecision Signed Date: 08/09/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R12E, NW1/4 ,NW1/4 of Section 12, W.M. Klamath County, Oregon
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
Fence would be located on ridge between the Bear Creek and Sycan River drainages. · Lake, Oregon

Construction of approxiamtely 1.6 miles of fence between two existing allotments to prevent the movement of cattle.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
04/21/2005
Decision
10/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
Bald Butte/Bear Fence ConstructionDecision Signed Date: 10/25/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R17E, Section 24 through T34S, R17E, Section 5
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
East of the Community of Chemult in the Jack Creek Watershed · Klamath, Oregon

Stabilize active headcuts and construct fence to protect springs and meadow. Part of the Jack Creek water sources project.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
05/09/2002
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7); 32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Dry Meadow - Wilshire Meadow Restoration and ProtectionDecision Signed Date: 07/19/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionDry Meadow - T26S, R10E, Section 20; Wilshire Meadow - T26S, R9E, Section 24
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
North end of Chemult Ranger District, Klamath County, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Remove lodgepole pine encroachment and thin small trees (<7" dbh) around meadow edges and adjacent uplands on 170 acres. Benefits include increased grass, forb and shrub productivity.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/09/2003
Decision
01/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Round Meadow Encroachment Removal and Thinning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/09/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26S, R9E, Section 11
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
Within the Ninemile North Project Area, northeast of the town of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Removal of LP encroachment, meadow burning and filter rock road crossing withing the Ninemile North WUI Fuel Reduction project area. About 216 acres total.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/15/2004
Decision
07/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
Ninemile North Restoration ProjetsDecision Signed Date: 07/31/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R8E, and T34S, R8E
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 6/10/2015
Chase Mountain · Klamath, Oregon

Map 7. The Forest Service is proposing to lease land at the Chase Mountain Communications Site in order to install, operate, and maintain a new antenna tower and equipment shelter at the site.

Land acquisition
Scoping Start
10/16/2009
Decision
11/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
Chase Communications Equipment InstallationDecision Signed Date: 11/20/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionT. 40S, R. 7E, Section 16
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
Juniper Mountain · Lake, Oregon

Map 33. This claim was analyzed in 2006 as Badger Flats, claim has transfered to new owners. Exploratory excavations 6' long x 6' wide x 6' deep, no more than two sites open at once. Construct 1,500 ' long access road. No tree cutting.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
11/27/2007
Decision
05/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R16E, WM., sec. 18 S1/2, sec. 19 W1/2NE1/4
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
The project is located in the former Ray Ranch area. · Klamath, Oregon

Map 05. The project is designed to improve the riparian ecosystem, hydrologic system, and riparian habitat in portions of Hog Creek.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
08/17/2007
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Walter Lucas · wlucas@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 33 S, R 8 E, Sections 2 and 11.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
The Sunset Campground and the Rainbow Day Use Area on the eastern edge of the Lake of the Woods. · Klamath, Oregon

Map 4. A total of six restrooms will be replaced in the Sunset Campground and the Rainbow Day Use Area. The new restrooms will be built within the same footprint as the exiting restrooms. Septic system upgrades may be required for some of the sites

Recreation management
Scoping Start
07/29/2009
Decision
11/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Tami Fikstad · tfikstad@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 37S, R 5E, Sec. 2,3,10,11
Environmental Assessment · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
Tentatively, the area between the High Road (3315) and Government Harvey (29), and the top of Winter Rim north to the Forest boundary · Lake, Oregon

Map 20. This project would implement vegetative treatments that promote sustainable stand conditions resilient to insect losses and uncharacteristic fire behavior. Currently this area is at a high risk from both these activities.

Fuels managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/01/2007
Decision
02/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rick Elston · relston@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Threats To Ecosystem Components (Such As Insect Or Disease Epidemics)
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R17E
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
Fourmile Meadow · Klamath, Oregon

Rerouting of Fourmile Creek to its original channel by plugging and placement of bermed material along the channeled portion of the stream. Create ponds in existing channeled portion.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/15/2010
Decision
09/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lance Lerum · llerum@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S R6E sec 9
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/10/2015
Soloman Butte and Applegate Butte · Klamath, Oregon

Map 1. Proposal to authorize the installation or upgrade of communication facilities at two communications sites on the Chiloquin Ranger District.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/16/2009
Decision
11/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Tami Fikstad · tfikstad@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
Soloman Butte Communication SiteDecision Signed Date: 11/19/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S R8E, Sec. 7 NE1/4; T33S R8E, Sec. 13 SW1/4
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 3/31/2015
The cabin is located just North of Rocky Point · Klamath, Oregon

The purpose of the proposed action is to build a restroom/shower house with an installed septic system at the existing Upper Klamath Marsh U.S. Fish and Wildlife Cabin on the Klamath Ranger District.

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
03/01/2015
Decision
03/2015 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Trapanese · atrapanese@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5); 32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance
USFWS Cabin AdditionDecision Signed Date: 03/16/2015
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35 S, R6 E, SEC 26
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 12/29/2014
Project area is located approximately 35 miles NW of Klamath Falls on Threemile Creek. The Barrier replacement is to the east of Westside Road and the west of Westside Road. · Klamath, Oregon

To replace a failing barrier on Threemile Creek that helps to isolate the threatened bull Trout. Will be placing large wood in the stream to improve roughness,and pool habitat within the creek using a helicopter or spider excavator.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
03/13/2014
Decision
11/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2015 (Estimated)
Project documents
Ruth D'Amico · rldamico@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
Threemile Creek Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 11/13/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R6E, sections 3 - 5
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/17/2014
Drews Gap area adjacent to Booth State Park Corridor · Lake, Oregon

In conjunction with an adjacent Oregon Department of Forestry project in the area of Booth State Park the Forest Service proposes to implement understory thinning and prescribed fire treatments within a 160 acre parcel of National Forest

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/07/2010
Decision
10/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R18E, section 15, SW1/4 WM
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/17/2014
Long Valley south of Strawberry Reservoir · Lake, Oregon

Considering a request by TWC, Corp. for a SUP to drive motorized vehicles across National Forest System lands to access privately owned land for timber harvest activities. 10 access routes totaling ~0.4 miles.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/08/2014
Decision
10/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Temporary Special Use Permit LAK190Decision Signed Date: 10/22/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S,R15E Section 25, T40S,R16E Sections 21,22,23,29
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 10/16/2014
Annie Creek Snow-park, Klamath Ranger District, Klamath County, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

This project proposes construction of a 2400 square foot building and access road adjacent to the parking area of the Annie Creek Sno-park to house and maintain snowmobile trail grooming machines.

Recreation managementFacility managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
09/29/2014
Decision
10/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Trapanese · atrapanese@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionLatitude 42.761808 Longitude -122.059610
Environmental Assessment · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/28/2014
Approximately 25 miles west of Klamath Falls, OR on Hwy 140 across from the Rocky Point turnoff. · Klamath, Oregon

Establish a zipline in the area formerly known as the Tomahawk Ski Bowl off Hwy 140 across from the Rocky Point turnoff. Send comments on this project to: FS-comments-pacificnorthwest-frewin-klamath@fs.fed.us, subject line: Canopy Tour

Special use managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
07/29/2013
Comment Period
12/30/2013
Objection Period Start
07/10/2014
Decision
09/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael DeSmit · mdesmit@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation218 (2013) Non-HFRA
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
Cascade Canopy Tours and Zipline Decision NoticeDecision Signed Date: 09/11/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 36 S., R. 6 E. Sec. 10, 15
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/8/2014
T31S, R7E Sec. 27 NE ¼ · Klamath, Oregon

Leonas little blue butterfly is a R6 sensitive species. This project will expand suitable habitat for the butterfly by 38 acres on the Fremont-Winema National Forest.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/25/2013
Decision
09/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Faith Brown · fbrown@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
Leona's Little Blue Butterfly Project Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 09/05/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 8/15/2014
Thomas Creek, 2800 Road in the Cox Flat area of Lakeview Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Proposing to replace a culvert where the 2800 Road crosses Thomas Creek. A new structure would provide for fish passage and improve stream connectivity and habitat conditions for the Modoc Sucker, an endangered species in Oregon.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad management
Scoping Start
04/18/2013
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kimberly Conley · kconley@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.37S., R.19E., Section 16 NW 1/4, WM
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 8/15/2014
SE of Dog Lake in the Barry Point Fire area · Lake, Oregon

Claim owner proposes to excavate 12 test holes ~15'diameter by 15'deep using a small excavator to sample material for geodes. Includes ~1,200' of cross country motorized vehicle use.

Special use managementMinerals and geology
Scoping Start
02/24/2014
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Minerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Thunder Egg #1 Geode Exploration Plan of OperationDecision Signed Date: 07/14/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R18E, WM, section 30 SW1/4SE1/4
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/14/2014
There are a number of locations where these special use authorizations occur across the Chiliquin Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest. Please see attachments. · Klamath, Oregon

The Fremont-Winema National Forest is proposing to renew a variety of special use authorizations on Chiloquin Ranger District that have expired.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/02/2013
Decision
08/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Chiloquin Special Use Permit Re-AuthorizationDecision Signed Date: 08/13/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 8/13/2014
Please see attached table · Klamath, Oregon

The Chemult Ranger District seeks to re-new a variety of special use authorizations that have expired. Renewals have been requested for the continued authorization, maintenance, and motorized access to the authorized uses.

Special use management
Scoping Start
11/01/2013
Decision
08/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Chemult Special Use Re-AuthorizationsDecision Signed Date: 08/13/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 8/4/2014
Various facilities that occur on the Bly Ranger District. · Klamath, Oregon

Proposal to re-issue 26 special use authorizations that have expired for facilities and land uses. No changes to facilities or increases in scope or intensity of authorized activities.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/24/2014
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Bly Special Uses ReauthorizationsDecision Signed Date: 07/18/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 8/4/2014
Various facilities and land uses that occur on the Lakeview Ranger District. · Lake, Oregon

Proposal to re-issue 19 special use authorizations that have expired. No changes to the facilities or increases in the scope or intensity of authorized activities.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/24/2014
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Lakeview Special Uses ReauthorizationsDecision Signed Date: 07/18/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 8/4/2014
Grizzly Peak · Lake, Oregon

Grizzly Peak Tower Replacement- OWIN partnered with ODOT to replace or upgrade existing communication facilities.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/07/2011
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3); 32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R18E, Section 19, SW1/4 W.M., Lake County, Oregon
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 6/27/2014
Round Pass communications use site · Lake, Oregon

The State of Oregon is consolidating and upgrading public safety microwave and radio systems used by Oregon Department of Transportation and Oregon State Police, to comply with federal communication mandates. The project requires FS authorization.

Special use managementRegulations, directives, orders
Scoping Start
12/31/2013
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Oregon State Radio Round Pass Communication UpgradesDecision Signed Date: 06/27/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R19E, Sec. 32 SE1/4NW1/4 WM
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 6/27/2014
Picture Rock Pass Communications Use Site. · Lake, Oregon

The State of Oregon is consolidating and upgrading public safety microwave and radio systems used by Oregon Department of Transportation and Oregon State Police, to comply with federal communication mandates. The project requires FS authorization.

Regulations, directives, ordersSpecial use management
Scoping Start
12/30/2013
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Oregon State Radio Dead Indian Mountain Communication UpgradesDecision Signed Date: 06/27/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S, R16E, Sec. 9NW1/4SE1/4 WM
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/26/2014
The project area is entirely within the Paisley Ranger District, in the general vicinity of several developed recreation sites in Lake and Klamath Counties, Oregon. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Promotes aspen growth and re-establishment in approximately 823 acres of aspen stands in Upper Sycan Subwatershed. Proposes removing encroaching conifers (hand fell, leave on site), and prescribed fire to promote now aspen growth.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/15/2010
Decision
03/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Justin Hadwen · jhadwen@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S R14E, Sec. 22, 26, 27, and 36; T32S R15E, Sec. 30 and 31; T33S R15E, Sec. 13, 15, 17, 20-22, 24; and T33S R16E, Sec. 7-9, 17-21, 27, and 29-34
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 6/20/2014
Cox Peak Communications Site · Lake, Oregon

OPB has proposed to install an 8'(high) by 6' (long) by 4' (wide) metal equipment cabinet next to OPB's existing microwave repeater towers.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/24/2014
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R20E, WM, section 4 SE1/4NW1/4
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/20/2014
The Medicine Mountain communications site is approximately three miles southeast of Beatty, Oregon near the southwestern corner of the Fremont National Forest. · Klamath, Oregon

The Bly R. D. proposes to authorize Oregon State Department of Transportation to replace existing communications facility with an upgraded facility at the Medicine Mountain comm. site.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/24/2014
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Oregon State Radio Medicine Mountain Communication UpgradeDecision Signed Date: 06/16/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R13E, Section 30, NW1/4SE1/4, W.M., Klamath County, Oregon.
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 6/20/2014
Warner Ski Hill on land owned by Lake County · Lake, Oregon

Commercial thin 45 acres, precommercial thin 9.5 acres, remove tall brush and small trees from existing ski runs on 5.7 acres. Project is on Lake County land and would be funded by RAC dollars. Improve forest health,skier safety,reduce fuel loads.

Forest productsFuels managementRecreation managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/17/2014
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R21E, Secs. 30 and 31, and T38S, R20E, Sec. 36 WM surveyed
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/9/2014
Swan Lake Point, Chiloquin Ranger District, Klamath County · Klamath, Oregon

BPA proposes to upgrade/replace existing comm facilities with new building, tower, propane tanks and access rd under special use authorization. Project includes removal of existing structures and rehabilitation of site.

Special use management
Scoping Start
12/03/2012
Decision
06/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kelly Lawrence · kellylawrence@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Swan Lake Point BPA Communications Use Lease and radio station upgradeDecision Signed Date: 06/07/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R9E, Section 32
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/29/2014
Applegate Butte · Klamath, Oregon

This project would authorize the issuance of a Communications Use Lease to the Oregon Department of Transportation for 911 and other public services.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/03/2013
Scoping Start
06/03/2013
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Anne Trapanese · atrapanese@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
This decision authorizes a communications use lease.Decision Signed Date: 04/20/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 33S, Ranger 8E, Sec 13
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 4/11/2014
North Ditch Fish Screen · Klamath, Oregon

North Ditch Fish Screen

Watershed management
Scoping Start
04/07/2011
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kimberly Conley · kconley@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
North Fork Ditch DiversionDecision Signed Date: 04/10/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R14E, Section 36, NW ¼ W.M., Klamath County, Oregon
South Warner Aspen Completed
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 4/11/2014
South Warner Mountains on the Lakeview Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Enhance and restore aspen stands by removing encroaching conifers through non-commercial thinning along with application of prescribed fire as deemed necessary.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
02/24/2012
Decision
04/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
South Warner Aspen/Meadow Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/01/2014
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R21E; T40, R21E; T41, R21E, W. M., Lake County, Oregon*
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/26/2014
Located near the top of Applegate Butte on the Chiloquin RD · Klamath, Oregon

Proposed actions include building a new self-supported 160' tower, accompanying building, installing 2-1000 gallon propane tanks, burying overhead power lines, removing old lookout tower, existing trailer, and communication building.

Special use management
Scoping Start
01/06/2012
Decision
03/2014 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 33 S., R. 8 E., WM., section 13
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 9/28/2013
14 miles southwest of Lakeview, Oregon. South of Drews Reservior · Lake, Oregon

This project proposes to salvage timber from high and moderate intensity burned areas of the Barry Point Fire.

Fuels managementWatershed managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/31/2012
Comment Period
05/16/2013
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage); Watershed Improvements
Barry Point Fire Salvage Project and Forest Plan Amendment #37Decision Signed Date: 07/31/2013 Legal Notice Date: 08/08/2013
Barry Point Fire Salvage Project 2nd Decision NoticeDecision Signed Date: 07/31/2013 Legal Notice Date: 08/08/2013
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S R 17 and 18E; T41S R 17 and 18 E
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 9/28/2013
Quartz Mountain, (Quartz Butte and Crone Hill) · Lake, Oregon

Proposal to perform exploratoring drilling from 11 pads (approximately 70' long and 30' wide) on Crone Hill and Quartz Butte in the area of Quartz Mountain.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
10/17/2012
Comment Period
10/17/2012
Decision
07/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ORSA Minerals Ltd. (ORSA) Proposed Plan of OperationsDecision Signed Date: 07/08/2013 Legal Notice Date: 07/14/2013
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R16E, W.M., sections 26, 27, 34, 35
Environmental Assessment · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/28/2013
The Red Knight project area is split into several parts. "Red Knight" is the northernmost. · Klamath, Oregon

Would maintain and enhance a resilient forest habitat by developing spatial patterns, summer forage, tree densities, and forest composition and structure more typical of a resilient, fire-adapted forest.

Land management planningFuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad managementRecreation managementForest productsWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/28/2012
Comment Period
07/24/2013
Decision
09/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2014 (Estimated)
Project documents
Faith Brown · fbrown@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Special Products Sales; Species Population Enhancements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage); Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S R11E Sec1-12, 14-18; T29S R11E Sec7-36; T29S R10E Sec12-14, 23-27, 34-36; T30S R10E Sec1-4; 11-12.
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 3/27/2013
About 10 miles north of the intersection of Hwy 97 and Hwy 62, near Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Map 5. Proposed activities include precommercial thinning, commercial thinning, slashbusting, hand treatments, and prescribed fire to increase forest health, and reduce risk of high intensity willdfire event on approximately 6886 acres.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
02/05/2010
Comment Period
11/15/2012
Decision
03/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kelly Lawrence · kellylawrence@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (10)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionMap 35 - T 33 S, R 7.5 E, Sections 13-15 and 22-26.
Environmental Assessment · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 3/26/2013
The Antelope Allotment, totaling approximately 149,177 acres, is located on the Chemult and Silver Lake Ranger Districts, east of the town of Chemult and west of the community of Silver Lake. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

This analysis is being prepared to assist the responsible official in determining whether the Forest Service should continue to authorize livestock grazing on the Antelope allotment, and if so, what grazing management strategies should be used.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
11/01/2010
Comment Period
10/04/2012
Decision
02/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lucas Phillips · ljphillips@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations; Grazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District; Chemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S R11E (project area center)
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/11/2013
4 Miles SW of Lake of the Woods · Klamath, Oregon

Previously existing 2010 DM authorized a range of fuels treatments surrounding the Lakewoods Subdivision. This decision would authorize commercial harvest of 70 acres or less in units 2 and 3 of the project area.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
09/12/2012
Comment Period
11/03/2012
Decision
01/2013 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chris Hays · chays@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Lakewoods WUI Harvest Decision Memo (2013)Decision Signed Date: 01/22/2013
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R05E, Sec 32; T38S, R05E, Sec 04
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 10/19/2012
Crescent and Chemult Ranger Districts · Klamath, Oregon

Activities would include install of overhead, fiber optic cables along existing phone/utility lines and new underground fiber install, adding to existing phone/utility lines. Boring and plowing would be involved. Approximately 13.3 miles total.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/25/2012
Comment Period
07/26/2012
Decision
08/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsDeschutes National Forest; Fremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsCrescent Ranger District; Chemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT24S, R9E, S30 (WM); T25S, R8E, S 15, 20, 29, 31, 32 (WM); T26S, R8E, S 5, 6, 7, 8, 17, 20, 29, 32 (WM); T27S, R8E, S 5, 8, 17, 20 (WM)
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 10/17/2012
3 miles south of Jackson Creek, where Irving Creek crosses the 4900-000 road & east of this location at Irving Springs; southeast portion of District · Klamath, Oregon

Reconstruction of fence surrounding Irving Springs CE has been combined with culvert replacement CE. Would install a larger culvert with a natural stream bottom and armor/resurface 49 road. Would remove old fence and construct new fence by hand.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/13/2012
Comment Period
09/06/2012
Decision
10/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Amber Lidell · alidell@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Irving Crk Culvert Replacemnt & Reconstruct. of Fence Surrounding Irving SpDecision Signed Date: 10/12/2012 Legal Notice Date: 10/17/2012
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S R11E Sec 19 and 20
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 9/28/2012
The project area is located approximately 14 miles southwest of the town of Lakeview, Oregon, and is located within Lake County. · Lake, Oregon

The Lakeview Ranger District proposes to conduct restoration treatments in the Drews Reservoir and Lower Drews/ Antelope Creek subwatersheds of the Drews Creek Watershed, Lake County, Oregon.

Watershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Road managementForest productsFuels management
Scoping Start
04/18/2012
Comment Period
10/2012 (Estimated)
Decision
12/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2013 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rachelle Huddleston-Lorton · rhuddlestonlorton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Plan Amendment; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R18E; T39S, R17E; T40S, R17 and 18E
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 8/23/2012
Hwy 97 at Chemult and Chiloquin, Klamath County, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Activities would include install of overhead, fiber optic cables along existing phone/utility lines and new underground fiber install, adding to existing phone/utility lines. Boring and plowing would be involved. Approximately 4-5 miles total.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/06/2012
Comment Period
07/07/2012
Decision
08/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Lane Council of Governments' Fiber Optic Cable Installation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/13/2012 Legal Notice Date: 08/15/2012
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District; Chiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S, R8E WM, S20; T34 S R7E WM S33
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/21/2012
The closure area is located six miles north of Chiloquin, OR near cliffs along the Williamson River. · Klamath, Oregon

Map 10. The Chiloquin Ranger District is a proposal to respond to the need to protect sensitive resources. The proposal would close 4 acres within the Williamson River cliff area while enhancing the surrounding area for visitors.

Recreation managementHeritage resource management
Scoping Start
12/15/2009
Comment Period
04/04/2012
Decision
07/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
William Ray · wray@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Heritage Resource Management; Trail Management
Williamson River Cliffs Area ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/18/2012 Legal Notice Date: 07/24/2012
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R7E, Sec. 35, NE 1/4
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 8/9/2012
Project area located northwest of Lakeview, Oregon in the Augar Creek subwatershed of the Upper Thomas Creek watershed. · Lake, Oregon

Map 22. The Lakeview R.D. proposes to thin a 510 acre tree plantation near Camp Creek within the 2007 Abe Vegetation Management project area, northwest of Lakeview, Oregon.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
01/31/2011
Comment Period
05/22/2012
Decision
08/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lora Vialpando · loravialpando@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Camp Creek Plantation Thinning ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/01/2012 Legal Notice Date: 08/08/2012
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe project area is located in and around T37S, R19E, Sections 21, 22, 27 and 28, W.M., Lake County, Oregon.
Environmental Impact Statement · WO - Washington Office - National headquarters · updated 7/10/2012
11 contiguous Western States (Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming) and Alaska. · Bonner; Aleutians East; La Paz; Columbia; Coos; Colusa; Denver; Douglas, Alaska; Arizona; California; Colorado; District of Columbia; Idaho; Kansas; Montana; North Dakota; Nebraska; New Mexico; Nevada; Oklahoma; Oregon; South Dakota; Texas; Utah; Washington; Wyoming

The Forest Service was a cooperating agency, assisting the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) in that Agency's geothermal leasing analysis and decision. The BLM issued a record of decision on 12/17/2008.

Regulations, directives, orders
NOI in Federal Register
06/13/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
06/13/2008
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
10/24/2008
Decision
02/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Tracy Parker · tparker03@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNepa Document Prepared By Another Federal Agency
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRegulation Creation/Modification
ForestsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest; Bitterroot National Forest; Clearwater National Forest; Custer National Forest; Custer Gallatin National Forest; Helena National Forest; Lewis And Clark National Forest; Lolo National Forest; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest; Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests; Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest; Rio Grande National Forest; Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests; Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands; San Juan National Forest; White River National Forest; Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests; Carson National Forest; Cibola National Forest; Coronado National Forest; Gila National Forest; Lincoln National Forest; Santa Fe National Forest; Tonto National Forest; Boise National Forest; Bridger-Teton National Forest; Dixie National Forest; Fishlake National Forest; Manti-Lasal National Forest; Payette National Forest; Salmon-Challis National Forest; Sawtooth National Forest; Caribou-Targhee National Forest; Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest; Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest; Angeles National Forest; Cleveland National Forest; Eldorado National Forest; Inyo National Forest; Klamath National Forest; Lassen National Forest; Los Padres National Forest; Mendocino National Forest; Modoc National Forest; Plumas National Forest; San Bernardino National Forest; Sequoia National Forest; Shasta Trinity National Forest; Sierra National Forest; Tahoe National Forest; Deschutes National Forest; Fremont-Winema National Forest; Gifford Pinchot National Forest; Malheur National Forest; Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest; Mt. Hood National Forest; Ochoco National Forest; Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest; Umatilla National Forest; Umpqua National Forest; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest; Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest; Willamette National Forest; R10 - Alaska Region All Units; WO - Washington Office - National headquarters
DistrictsBeaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest All Units; Bitterroot National Forest All Units; Clearwater National Forest All Units; Custer National Forest All Units; Custer Gallatin National Forest; Custer Gallatin National Forest All Units; Helena National Forest All Units; Lewis And Clark National Forest All Units; Lolo National Forest All Units; Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest All Units; Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest All Units; Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest All Units; Rio Grande National Forest All Units; Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests All Units; Pike and San Isabel National Forests and Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands All Units; San Juan National Forest All Units; White River National Forest All Units; Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests All Units; Carson National Forest All Units; Cibola National Forest All Units; Coronado National Forest All Units; Gila National Forest All Units; Lincoln National Forest All Units; Santa Fe National Forest All Units; Tonto National Forest All Units; Boise National Forest All Units; Bridger-Teton National Forest All Units; Dixie National Forest All Units; Fishlake National Forest All Units; Manti-La Sal National Forest All Units; Payette National Forest All Units; Salmon-Challis National Forest All Units; Sawtooth National Forest All Units; Caribou-Targhee National Forest All Units; Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest All Units; Uinta-Wasatch-Cache All Units; Angeles National Forest All Units; Cleveland National Forest All Units; Eldorado National Forest All Units; Inyo National Forest All Units; Klamath National Forest All Units; Lassen National Forest All Units; Los Padres National Forest All Units; Mendocino National Forest All Units; Modoc National Forest All Units; Plumas National Forest All Units; San Bernardino National Forest All Units; Sequoia National Forest All Units; Shasta Trinity National Forest All Units; Sierra National Forest All Units; Tahoe National Forest All Units; Deschutes National Forest All Units; Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units; Gifford Pinchot National Forest All Units; Malheur National Forest All Units; Mt Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest All Units; Mt. Hood National Forest All Units; Ochoco National Forest All Units; Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest All Units; Umatilla National Forest All Units; Umpqua National Forest All Units; Wallowa-Whitman National Forest All Units; Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest All Units; Willamette National Forest All Units; R10 - Alaska Region All Units; WO - Washington Office - National headquarters
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Eastern portion of Lakeview Ranger District, off State Hwy. 140 and accross Camas Creek · Lake, Oregon

The Forest would pursue acquiring a road right-of-way along an existing road across Amaral's private land that ties into FS road 395. The Forest would grant a road easement for the portion of road 395 across FS land to Amaral.

Road management
Scoping Start
04/15/2005
Comment Period
04/15/2005
Decision
07/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTravel Management
Amaral Reciprocal Road EasementsDecision Signed Date: 07/11/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R22E, south !/2 of section 6, WM
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Bly Ranger District, ditch originates at Campbell Reservoir · Klamath, Oregon

Authorize a water transportation ditch from Campbell Reservoir that exists across National Forest land to bring the facility into compliance with Forest Service policy on occupancy and use.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/06/2005
Comment Period
04/28/2005
Decision
07/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Gerdes Ditch Special Use PermitDecision Signed Date: 07/11/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R15E, SW 1/4 of section 20, WM
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Mud Creek Campground in the North Warners and Willow Creek Campground in the South Warners · Lake, Oregon

Construct a set of corrals at Mud Creek and Willow Creek Campgrounds to accomodate horses, mules or llamas for recreational and trail use. Minimize impacts to the campgrounds and provide a safe environment for all users.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
04/15/2005
Comment Period
05/10/2005
Decision
07/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction
Recreation CorralsDecision Signed Date: 07/27/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.38S, R21E, Section 11; T40S, R21E, Section 23, W.M. Lake County, Oregon
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Northeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Build fence around dispersed recreation site to exclude cattle. Develop springbox and water trough outside campsite. Reduce tree density around campsite. Remove hazard trees.

Recreation managementGrazing management
Scoping Start
12/05/2003
Comment Period
05/11/2004
Decision
05/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennifer Sanborn · jsanborn@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Grazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
Buckhorn Springs ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/05/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R10E, Section 15
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Highway 140 near Lake of the Woods, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Renew special use permit for existing ODOT road maintenance site near Lake of the Woods.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2004
Comment Period
04/28/2004
Decision
05/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Lake of the Woods ODOT Maintenance Station Permit Re-IssuanceDecision Signed Date: 05/26/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R5E, Section 35
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 4/4/2012
The private 4As Ranch, three miles east of Bonanza, Oregon. Klamath County. · Klamath, Oregon

The Forest Service in cooperation with the landowner and Klamath County proposes to use federal funds to treat invasive plants on the 4As Ranch with chemicals approved for use on FS Lands.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/04/2006
Comment Period
06/05/2006
Decision
07/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sarah Malaby · smalaby@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityNoxious Weed Treatments
4As Ranch Invasive Plants ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/05/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionSections 20, 21, 29, 31, 32 and 33 of T38S, R12E and Sections 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 of T39S, R12E, Willamette Meridian, Oregon
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Highway 140 near Bly Mountain · Klamath, Oregon

Install fiber optic buried line along Highway 140 between Bly, OR and Bonanza, OR

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/08/2004
Comment Period
06/04/2004
Decision
06/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
CenturyTel Fiber Optic Line Installation Special Use PermitDecision Signed Date: 06/03/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R11E, Sections 2 & 11
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Lake of the Woods, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Renew special use permit covering existing Sprint/UTCN telephone lines servicing Lake of the Woods.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2004
Comment Period
06/04/2004
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances for Various Existing Facilities Located on the Klamath Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 07/15/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Various locations on the Chiloquin Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Renew special use permit for all existing CenturyTel telephone lines located on the Chiloquin Ranger District.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/05/2004
Comment Period
07/07/2004
Decision
08/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances for Various Existing Facilities Located on the Chiloquin Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 08/03/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
One mile east of Chiloquin, Oregon on Sprague River Road · Klamath, Oregon

Renew special use permit for the Chiloquin sanitation transfer station operated by Klamath County.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/05/2004
Comment Period
04/20/2004
Decision
08/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances for Various Existing Facilities Located on the Chiloquin Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 08/03/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R7E, Section 35
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Chiloquin Ranger Station · Klamath, Oregon

Construct new water storage tank, upgrade wellhead, pump, control and electrical systems.

Facility management
Scoping Start
04/02/2004
Comment Period
04/13/2004
Decision
05/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Waiyen Yee · wyee@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
Chiloquin Ranger Station Water System ReconstructionDecision Signed Date: 05/05/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R7.5E, Section 33
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Along Highway 140, northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Renew special use permit for the Odessa sanitation transfer station operated by Klamath County.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2004
Comment Period
04/20/2004
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances for Various Existing Facilities Located on the Klamath Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 07/15/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, T6E, Section 25
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 4/4/2012
Six miles due east of Chiloquin, Oregon. · Klamath, Oregon

A new channel will be constructed. The existing channel will be modified into a series of disconnected, off-channel oxbow wetlands and shallow floodway features. Project is on private land.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
03/12/2004
Comment Period
04/17/2004
Decision
06/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jerry Haugen · jhaugen@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Copperfield Draw Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/09/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S R8E Sec 34; T35S R8E Sec 3 and 4; T35S R8E Sec 9 and 10
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Pelican Butte, northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Renew the special use permit for the US Cellular communication site located on Pelican Butte.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2004
Comment Period
04/13/2004
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances for Various Existing Facilities Located on the Klamath Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 07/15/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R6E, Section 20
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Northeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Improvements to deal with soil and vegetation damage, and sediment in springs.

Heritage resource managementRecreation managementRoad managementWatershed managementFacility management
Scoping Start
01/17/2003
Comment Period
04/23/2003
Decision
04/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jayne Goodwin · jlgoodwin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5); 32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5); 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Developed Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Dispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Heritage Resource Management; Road Maintenance; Watershed Improvements
Haed of the River Campground and Yamsay Guard Station SiteDecision Signed Date: 04/22/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R11E, Section 4
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
on the Kirk Road (FS Road 43) northeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Remove inadequate metal pipe culverts and replace with larger concrete box culvert

Watershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
12/05/2003
Comment Period
12/24/2003
Decision
05/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Karl Buehler · kbuehler@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Hog Creek Culvert ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 05/05/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R8E, Section 27
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
West of Klamath Falls, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Remove and replace several fences in Spencer Creek area with proper structures to protect riparian areas.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsGrazing management
Scoping Start
12/18/2002
Decision
09/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Terry Smith · tasmith@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements
Spencer Creek Fences ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/07/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R5E & T38S, R6E
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Little Aspen Butte and Burton Butte, west of Klamath Falls, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Renew special use permit for USGS seismographs located on Little Aspen Butte and Burton Butte.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2004
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances for Various Existing Facilities Located on the Klamath Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 07/15/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R6E, Section 13; T38S, R5 E, Section 9
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Forest Road 6732 along Annie Creek near the south entrance to Crater Lake National Park · Klamath, Oregon

Realign approximately 0.25 miles of Forest Road 6732 to move it out of the Annie Creek riparian area.

Road managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/11/2005
Decision
09/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
Annie Creek Road Relocation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/09/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 32 South, Range 6 East, Section 25
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Various locations on Chiloquin Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Thinning of approximately 1200 acres of established conifer plantations.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
02/22/2002
Decision
06/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Pepper Merino · pmerino@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Rock and Marsh Plantation ThinningDecision Signed Date: 06/01/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Swan Lake Point, southeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Renew special use permit for the USGS rain gauge station located on Swan Lake Point.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/05/2004
Decision
08/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances for Various Existing Facilities Located on the Chiloquin Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 08/03/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R9E, Section 32
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Northeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Precommercial thin, spot pile and underburn approximately 60 acres of National Forest in cooperation with the Nature Conservancy performing similar actions on adjacent land.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
06/08/2004
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Steven Mooney · smooney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (10)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Sy Fuel Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/22/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R13E, Section 9
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 4/4/2012
Southeast bank of the Williamson River just west of the bridge on Modoc Point Road · Klamath, Oregon

Map Number 22. The project will stabilize stream bank and improve riparian condition on 1,200 feet of the south bank of the Williamson River. Project is on private land.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
03/12/2004
Comment Period
03/16/2004
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jerry Haugen · jhaugen@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Williamson River/Wiest Streambank Stabilization ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/16/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S R7E Sec 30NE
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
near Willaimson River Road approx. 1 mile SW of North Calimus Spring · Klamath, Oregon

Permit request to run a buried water line across National Forest to better distribute water to portions of ranch property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
12/05/2003
Decision
01/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Yamsi Ranch Water Pipeline ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/12/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R10E, Sections 2 & 11
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Removal - No Name Allotment, Rd 5813; Installation - East Chiloquin Ridge Allotment, Rd 9717 · Klamath, Oregon

Remove a cattleguard from one location and install it on another road.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
06/08/2004
Decision
08/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Dennis Childers · dchilders@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
East Chiloquin Ridge Allotment Cattleguard InstallationDecision Signed Date: 08/12/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionRemoval - T35S, R8E, Section 27; Installation - T35S, R7E, Section 26
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Yoss Ridge, Northeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Dead and down ponderosa pine and lodgepole salvage sale following a wind storm. Up to 250 acres of the approximately 324 acres affected by the event, will be covered by this decision.

Fuels managementForest products
Scoping Start
06/08/2004
Decision
09/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Steven Mooney · smooney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (1); 32.2 (11), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(11)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Salvage)
Y Blowdown Salvage ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/22/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R9E, Sections 13 and 24; T32S, R10E, Sections 7 and 8
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Noth of Chiloquin · Klamath, Oregon

The purpose of this project is to treat conifer-encroached aspen stands along to promote and regenerate healthy aspen. Treatments are expected to include commercial-sized tree removal, whipfalling of smaller conifers, pile burn and underburning.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
01/11/2005
Decision
08/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Trisha Roninger · troninger@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Airstrip Riparian and Meadow Enhancement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/31/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
South of Chiloquin High School at Chiloquin Dam location · Klamath, Oregon

The US Bureau of Reclamation has requested an SUP to clear an area adjacent to the south side of the dam and access to each side of the dam for equipment use and storage.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/22/2006
Decision
10/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Chiloquin Dam Removal Staging Area ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/17/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R7E, Sec 3, SE 1/4 WM
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
On the Sprague River Road approximately 5 miles east of Chiloqui, OR near the junction with the Williamson River Road · Klamath, Oregon

Klamath County proposes replacement of the bridge across the Sprague River on the Sprague River Rd 5 miles east of Chiloquin, OR. The bridge itself is on private lands. A portion of the bridge approach, including guard rails, will fall on FS lands.

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/28/2006
Decision
10/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Sprague River Road Bridge ApproachDecision Signed Date: 10/17/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R8E, Section 29 NE1/4NE1/4 W.M.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Numerous locations across multiple townships on Klamath Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Special Use authorizations are expiring for several applicants. NEPA process will be used to assess proposed renewals. 60 day time limit for renewal of these authorizations began on 2/1/12.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/16/2012
Decision
03/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Renewal of Special Use AuthorizationsDecision Signed Date: 03/15/2012
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Soouth of the (1994) Lone Pine Burn, off the 230 spur of Forest Road 44 · Klamath, Oregon

Special Use Permit application for a private road from an existing Forest Service road to access a parcel of private property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/08/2006
Decision
10/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michelle daLuz · madaluz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Powell Priovate Road EasementDecision Signed Date: 10/25/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R10E, WM Section 16, SE 1/4 NW 1/4.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 4/4/2012
Top of the old Tomahawk Ski Hill near Rocky Point, OR · Klamath, Oregon

Special Use application to construct a 150' tall cell tower, equipment shed, and fence at top of the old Tomahawk Ski Hill near Rocky Point/Hwy 140. Includes buried power line from Hwy 140 up an existing access road to tower site.

Special use management
Scoping Start
09/08/2006
Decision
12/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R6E, WM Section 10, SW ? (access road and power line), T36S, R6E, WM Section 15, NW ? (access road, power line, and wireless facilities)
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 3/13/2012
Around Irving Springs in the southeast portion of the Chemult Ranger District, within the Modoc planning area · Klamath, Oregon

This project has been combined with the Irving Creek Culvert Replacement CE because they are in the same project area and fall under the same category. See project number 37185.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
03/2012 (Estimated)
Decision
04/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Neil Anderson · nianderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S, R11E
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/10/2012
Off Forest Road 44, east of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Install phone line across National Forest to access private residence.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/05/2004
Decision
10/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
CenturyTel Phone Line Installation From FS Road 44 to PrivateDecision Signed Date: 10/18/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R10E, Section 17
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 2/10/2012
Along State Highway 138 · Klamath, Oregon

Map 24. Thin small trees, pile, crush, or burn slash. Objectives are to reduce fuel levels and improve forest health.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/23/2005
Comment Period
04/03/2007
Decision
05/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jayne Goodwin · jlgoodwin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Highway 138 Fuel Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/07/2007 Legal Notice Date: 05/10/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 29 South, Range 6 East, Sections 1-4
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 2/10/2012
The overall project area includes the majority of the Winter Rim in the Silver Lake and Paisley Ranger Districts along approximately 36 miles of Oregon Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon. · Lake, Oregon

Proposal to issue a special use permit to Ridgeline Energy authorizing access, installation, operations, maintenance and decommissioning activities associated with use of one sonic detection and ranging (SODAR) and five anemometer towers.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/15/2009
Decision
08/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Ridgeline Energy Anemometer Towers & SODAR Special Use Permit Effects AnalyDecision Signed Date: 08/26/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT31S R16E, Sec. 21 SW1/4SW1/4; T32S R16E, Sec. 17 NW1/4NE1/4; T32S R16E, Sec. 34 NW1/4SW1/4; T33S R17E, Sec. 33 NW1/4NE1/4; T31S R16E, Sec. 30 SE1/4NW1/4
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/10/2012
Rock Creek on the Klamath Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Map 25. Restore historical channel continuity and large woody habitat on sections of two creeks, in conjunction with similar work on adjacent private lands.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
06/13/2006
Decision
08/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Tami Fikstad · tfikstad@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Rock Creek Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/14/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R6E, Section 3; T34S, R6E, Sec 22, 23
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/10/2012
Forest Road 3671-169 Bly Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Would grant a private road easement on an existing native surface road to access the SeCoy property. The Forest Service would identify road operation and maintenance measures needed for protection of National Forest lands.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/29/2008
Decision
08/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 37 S., R. 11 E., Willamette Meridian, sec. 1, W1/2SE1/4, Klamath County, Oregon.
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/10/2012
Along South Creek, southwest of South Flat · Lake, Oregon

Map 21. Restoration activities (streambank recontouring, sedge/sod mat palcements, whole willow transplants, gravel bar/floodplain creation and enhancement) along 2.5 miles of South Creek in an area obtained in a land exchanged.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
09/28/2006
Decision
05/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
South Creek Streambed Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/02/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R17E, sec. 36 and T36S, R18E, sec. 31
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/10/2012
Threemile Creek, northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Map 20. Install fish barrier to protect Bull Trout, add large woody material to reach below 110 road, install gates and issue a seasonal road closure on FS Road 3413 from the 110 road west to the junction with FS Road 3449.

Watershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/09/2003
Decision
03/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Neil Anderson · nianderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(1); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Travel Management; Watershed Improvements
Three Creek Large Woody Material Placement and Fish Passage Barrier InstallDecision Signed Date: 03/09/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R6E, Sections 2, 3, 4 and 5
Environmental Assessment · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Bly Ranger District · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Analyze two subsheds of the Gerber Watershed for commercial and pre-commercial thinning, riparian and vegetative health improvement projects, prescribed fire and juniper thinning.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Forest productsWatershed managementRoad managementFuels management
Scoping Start
06/20/2001
Comment Period
10/24/2004
Decision
09/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Decision Notice and FONSI for Barnes Valley-Long Branch Restoration and Enhancement Project EADecision Signed Date: 09/09/2005 Legal Notice Date: 09/16/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S & 40S, R15E
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Lakeview Ranger District, Dog Lake Campground · Lake, Oregon

Reduce inter-tree competition to improve growing conditions and retention of existing large trees on about 20 acres in the developed campground area.

Recreation managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
04/13/2004
Decision
06/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Bill Patla · bpatla@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements
Dog Lake Campground Tree Vigor ImprovementDecision Signed Date: 06/07/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R17E, sec. 22
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Lakeview Ranger District, Dog Lake Campground · Lake, Oregon

Improve safety and access to the boat dock by raising the level of the parking lot, improving loop turnaround and parking spots and replacing the existing boat ramp.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
04/13/2004
Decision
06/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management
Dog Lake Boat Launch ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/07/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R17E, sec. 22
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Honey Creek Watershed on Lakeview RD · Lake, Oregon

Salvage of fire damaged trees, conifer planting, commercial and non-commercial thinning of green stands within the perimeter of the Grassy Fire of August 2004. Other restoration activities will be considered as information is developed.

Fuels managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/28/2004
Comment Period
01/13/2005
Decision
05/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage)
Grassy Fire SalvageDecision Signed Date: 05/06/2005 Legal Notice Date: 05/11/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R22E; T37S, R21E; T37S, R22E WM
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Northwest portion of Lakeview Ranger District, near Fish Creek · Lake, Oregon

Install approximately 1,200 feet of buried powerline along eastern shoulder of FS road 152 to serve Favell's private land. Consider removing FS road 152 from the FS road system and granting a private road easement to Favell.

Special use managementRoad management
Scoping Start
04/15/2005
Decision
10/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(7); 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Travel Management
Favell Powerline and Private Road EasementDecision Signed Date: 10/21/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R18E, SE 1/4 of section 32, WM
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Deep Creek Watershed, North Warner Mountains · Lake, Oregon

Combine livestock grazing on two allotments to allow for a deferred gazing system with three pastures.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
04/15/2005
Decision
06/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Lori Crumley · lcrumley@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
Porcupine/Little Cove Deferred Grazing ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/24/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R21E; T37S, R22E; T38S, R21E and T38S, R22E, W.M. Lake County, Oregon
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Drake Peak on the Lakeview Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Consider issuing a special use permit to install communications equipment on Drake Peak to provide radio communications for the staff of Sheldon/Hart Wildlife Refuge, and support fire suppression and law enforcement communication needs.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/19/2005
Decision
10/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
USF&W Drake Peak Communications FacilityDecision Signed Date: 10/21/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R22E, section 5, NW1/4 SW1/4
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Juniper Mountain on Bly Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Evaluate proposed Plan of Operation for the Jelly One claim. Plan entail a working area of about 300' x 300'. Mining is accomplished via manual labor except for minor use of a mechanical hammer device.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/11/2005
Decision
10/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Juniper Ridge Opal MineDecision Signed Date: 10/31/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R16E, section 19
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
South of the town of Beatty, OR, near Gunsight Well on the Bly Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Consider a proposed route for a private road easement along an existing native surface road that would provide access to Allenbaugh's private property. Identify road operation or maintenance measures needed for protection of adjacent National Forest

Road management
Scoping Start
02/13/2006
Decision
10/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTravel Management
Decision Memo for Allenbaugh Private Road EasementDecision Signed Date: 10/02/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R12E, section 2, N1/2 of the NE1/4, W.M.
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Campsites located at Twelvemile Creek & Green Valley · Lake, Oregon

Proposal to issue a 5-year permit for outfitting & guiding activities in the Interstate & Warner big game units. Big game hunting seasonally based from two dispersed camp sites, for approx. 6 clients.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/31/2006
Decision
09/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
4E Outfitter Guide SUPDecision Signed Date: 09/20/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT41S, R22E, sec. 16, NE 1/4 SW 1/4 & T40S, R17E, sec. 19, NE 1/4 SW 1/4, W.M.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Juniper Mountain Area · Lake, Oregon

Proposed Plans of Operation have been submitted for exploratory excavations, small test holes for opals. Equipment used would be hand implements; portable generator, electric hammers, drills. Utilize self-contained camping facility.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
07/31/2006
Decision
10/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Decision Memo for Partners, Precious Pasture and Badger Flats Plans of OperationDecision Signed Date: 10/02/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R16E, section 18 & 19, W.M.
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Mud Creek Campground in the North Warner Mountains · Lake, Oregon

Remove hazardous trees from the Mud Creek Campground in the North Warner Mountains to provide for public safety. Project would remove hazardous trees from about 5 acres using mechanical systems. Trees would be removed to mitigate fuel buildup.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
09/25/2006
Decision
10/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rachelle Huddleston-Lorton · rhuddlestonlorton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Forest Vegetation Improvements
Decision Memo for Mud Creek Campground Hazardous Tree RemovalDecision Signed Date: 10/18/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.38S., R.21E., sec. 11 W.M.
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Jack Creek Watershed · Klamath, Oregon

Arrest and reverse upstream progress of headcuts in the Jack Creek watershed (and small areas of adjacent watershed) to raise water table, restore historic vegetative composition, and store more water for late summer release. Part of Big Jack.

Watershed managementGrazing management
Scoping Start
05/09/2002
Decision
04/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Antelope Allotment Springs, Headcuts, and Stream Channels ProjectsDecision Signed Date: 04/21/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25S, R9E; T26S, R10E; T27S, R9E; T27S, R10E. Willamette Meridian
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Jack Creek Watershed · Klamath, Oregon

Protect meadows, riparian areas and adjacent forest. Damage has been caused by vehicle traffic and camping activities.

Recreation managementWatershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/09/2002
Decision
11/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Jack Creek Dispersed Camps and Habitat ImprovementDecision Signed Date: 11/17/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S, R9E, Secs. 1, 23; T27S, R10E, Secs. 28, 32; T28S, R10E, Secs. 15, 27; Willamette Meridian
Environmental Assessment · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Lake of the Woods, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Forest Plan amendment to remove LSR designation at Lake of the Woods and substitute designation elsewhere on the District in more suitable habitat.

Special area managementLand management planningWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
12/05/2003
Decision
10/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
12/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kent Russell · knrussell@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation219 (1982)
Project ActivityLand Use Adjustments; Plan Amendment
Lake of the Woods Land Allocation ChangeDecision Signed Date: 10/26/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S - T38S, R5E - R6E
Environmental Assessment · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Chewaucan Watershed consisting of the Bear Creek, Ben Young Creek, Chewaucan River, Coffeepot Creek, and Swamp Creek subwatersheds · Lake, Oregon

Analysis of recommendations in the Chewaucan Watershed Assessment, focusing on projects to restore healthier, self-sustaining ecosystems

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRoad managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed managementFuels management
Scoping Start
05/09/2000
Comment Period
11/23/2005
Decision
02/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Jakabe Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/20/2006 Legal Notice Date: 04/24/2006
Second Jakabe Decision NoticeDecision Signed Date: 02/08/2007 Legal Notice Date: 02/13/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionMidpoint: T35S, R18E
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Borders south entrance to Crater Lake National Park · Klamath, Oregon

Fuel reduction treatments near the entrance to Crater Lake National Park.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
10/29/2003
Comment Period
10/29/2003
Decision
09/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Joy Augustine · jaugustine@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (10)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Southgate/Scoria Fuels Treatment ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/07/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R6E
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Northeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Treat approx. 100 acres of aspen stands to stimulate aspen regeneration. The aspen stands have been encroached upon by conifers.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
12/05/2003
Decision
10/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Trisha Roninger · troninger@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Hog Mill Aspen Enhancement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/18/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R9E, Sections 31 & 32; T33S, R9E Sections 5 & 8
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
East of Chiloquin, Oregon in Sprague River valley. · Klamath, Oregon

Wildland/urban interface fuels and forest health thinning, brush treatment and underburning.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
Scoping Start
01/27/2004
Objection Period Start
06/27/2004
Decision
08/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green)
Ninemile Fuel Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/31/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34, 35, 36S, R8, 9E
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Northeast of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Urban interface fuel reduction and forest health thinning, brush treatment and underburning.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
Scoping Start
12/17/2004
Decision
05/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green)
Ninemile North WUI Fuel Reduction Environmental AssessmentDecision Signed Date: 05/09/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33-34S, R8-9 E
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Project area is within the Chewaucan River Watershed · Lake, Oregon

Project is a burn, without pretreatment, in late and old structured stands and mid to late-mid seral stands to begin achieving stand and landscape management objectives.

Watershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
05/09/2000
Decision
03/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Jakabe Prescribed Burn ProjectDecision Signed Date: 03/10/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land Descriptionmidpoint legal: T36 & 37S, R17 & 18E
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Burnt Butte Cinder Pit, Chiloquin Ranger District, Fremont-WInema National Forest · Klamath, Oregon

Expansion of existing pit to meet ODOT winter cinder/sanding needs for up to 10 years.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
06/21/2006
Comment Period
06/22/2006
Decision
01/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Burnt Butte Cinder Pit Expansion ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/08/2007
Burnt Butte Pit Cinder Pit Expansion ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/08/2007 Legal Notice Date: 01/08/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R8E, Sec 19 WM Klamath County, OR
Decision Memo · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 2/9/2012
Near Hwy 97 on Spring Creek Hill about 4 miles north of Chiloquin, OR · Klamath, Oregon

Verizon has applied for a permit to erect a cell tower, including an equipment building and buried powerline, on the Chiloquin Ranger District on Spring Creek Hill near US Highway 97 about 4 miles north of the town of Chiloquin.

Facility managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
06/22/2006
Decision
05/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Verizon Spring Creek Hill Cell TowerDecision Signed Date: 05/17/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R7E, Sec 34 W.M.
Abe Project Completed
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Auger/Camp Creek and Bauers Creek subwatersheds of Upper Thomas Creek Watershed north of Lakeview · Lake, Oregon

Map 29. Forest stand density and fuel reduction treatments to improve sustainability of vegetative systems, reduce risk of severe wildfire, maintain and enhance late old structural conditions, improve hydrologic funtion and support local jobs.

Watershed managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
10/02/2006
Comment Period
05/16/2007
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rachelle Huddleston-Lorton · rhuddlestonlorton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityStewardship Contract, Consolidated Appropriations Resolution Of 2003
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Plan Amendment; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Abe Vegetation Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/14/2007 Legal Notice Date: 09/20/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R19 and 20E; T38S, R19 and 20E, WM
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Tull Reservoir on Bly Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

023. Analysis of operation and maintenance conditions related to an agriculture irrigation and livestock watering system at Tull Reservoir that would be authorized under a Ditch Bill easement.

Special use management
Scoping Start
02/13/2006
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Agriculture Irrigation & Livestock Watering System Easement Conditions forDecision Signed Date: 09/14/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R15E, sections 27, 34 and 35, W.M.
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Between Bear Creek and Hanan Trails on the Paisley Ranger District. · Lake, Oregon

Map 22. Construct approximately 1.25 miles of trail to provide a link, for horse and hiker use, between the Bear Creek Trail and the Hanan Trail.

Recreation management
Scoping Start
12/13/2006
Decision
01/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
Bear Creek - Hanan Intertie Trail ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/16/2007
Bear Creek -Hanan Intertie Trail ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/16/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S R17E Sec 4
Environmental Assessment · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Along Bear Flat Road, about 15 miles west of Silver Lake, Oregon, in both Klamath and Lake Counties on the Silver Lake Ranger District. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

This area has been brought forward for analysis at this time in order to comply with the Rescission Act of 1995 (Public Law 104-19, Section 504). The current Bear Flat Allotment permit authorizes 50 head of cattle for a 1 month.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
03/18/2009
Comment Period
02/28/2010
Decision
04/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Nevill · mnevill@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28S R11E, Section 25; T28S R12E, Sec. 29-32.
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
The project area is entirely within the Paisley Ranger District, Winter Rim Zone, in the general vicinity of Deadhorse and Campbell Lake Campgrounds in Lake County, Oregon . · Lake, Oregon

This project proposes to construct a fence extension in a location formerly barricaded naturally by dense timber near Campbell Lake Campground. The natural barrier was thinned as part of the Red Zone Safety Project, and is not functioning in one part

Grazing management
Scoping Start
07/12/2010
Decision
08/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Francisca Paulete · fpaulete@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
Bear Lakes Fence Extension ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/11/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S R17E; Sections (Sec.) 6, and 7
Bly Ridge WUI Completed
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Bly Ridge west of Bly, Or · Klamath, Oregon

Map 37. Use prescribed fire on approx. 9,315 ac. to reduce the potential of a catastrophic wildfire and change the condition of the stands to more closely resemble historic conditions. About 4, 745 ac. have not been previously treated with fire.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
02/29/2008
Decision
03/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Eric Knerr · eknerr@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Bly Ridge WUI ProjectDecision Signed Date: 03/27/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R13E; T37, R13E W.M.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Southwest corner of Lake of the Woods, Fremont-Winema National Forests, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Project to reduce erosion on paths and around buildings in a girl's youth camp on Lake of the Woods

Watershed managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
01/23/2007
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Walter Lucas · wlucas@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R5E, Sec 15, W.M.
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Chiloquin Ranger Station, Chiloquin Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Map 03. Provide Chiloquin City water to the Chiloquin Ranger Station whose current water system is outdated and unreliable.

Facility management
Scoping Start
06/21/2007
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Richard Kehr · rkehr@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction
City of Chiloquin Water Main Extension to Chiloquin Ranger StationDecision Signed Date: 09/21/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S R7E Sec 33,34
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Upper Williamson River watershed, north of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Map 37. Reissuing grazing permits and revising the associated Allotment Management Plans for the East Chiloquin Ridge, Dams-Switchback, Dice-Crane, and Applegate Grazing Allotments on the Chiloquin Ranger District.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
10/19/2006
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Nevill · mnevill@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionSec 339
Special AuthorityGrazing, Sec 339, 2005 Consolidated Appropriations Bill (Grazing Authorizations On An Allotment)
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
East Chiloquin Ridge AllotmentDecision Signed Date: 09/28/2007
Dams/Switchback AllotmentsDecision Signed Date: 09/28/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownships 30-34 South, Ranges 8-12 East
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 2/9/2012
The project is on private land at the legal description described below · Klamath, Oregon

Map 04. The project will restore passage for redband trout and bull trout to 4 stream miles of Crane Creek. Restore connectivity between Crane and 7 Mile Creek. Removes the headgate at the lower end of Crane Creek allowing fish passage.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
10/04/1999
Comment Period
10/10/1999
Decision
07/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michelle Barry · mbarry@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecies Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 34 S, R 6 E, Section 1 and 2
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Crane Creek form the Westside Road to the private land boundary. · Klamath, Oregon

MAP 41. This project will restore the historic form, function and composition to the Crane Creek channel. Restoration of the historic channel function will improve habitat conditions for a variety of native fish and wildlife species.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
05/25/2007
Decision
07/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michelle daLuz · madaluz@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Decision Memo for the Crane Creek Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/11/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S R6E Sec 2
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Crooked Creek in the North Warner Mountains · Lake, Oregon

33. Restore approx. 2 1/2 mi. of road prism that is designated as Forest Trail #161. Restore pre-road contours, remove culverts, install drainage structures, and relocate portions of trail as needed to reduce impacts to Crooked Creek.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
11/27/2007
Decision
02/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jimmy Leal · jleal@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management
Crooked Creek Trail RehabilitationDecision Signed Date: 02/29/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R21E, WM., sec. 27, 28, 29
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Deming Creek, within the South Fork Sprague River Watershed · Klamath, Oregon

Map 20. Replace existing culvert in Deming Creek at its junction with Road 3400018, in the South Fork Sprague River Watershed. The existing culvert is a barrier to upstream fish passage for bull trout and redband trout.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
04/06/2005
Decision
07/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jimmy Leal · jleal@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Road Improvements/Construction; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R15E, Section 10, W.M. Klamath County, Oregon
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Burnt Willow Project Area in the South Warner Mountains · Lake, Oregon

Map 30. Minor change in the approved Burnt Willow Project to remove white fir >21" dbh only where it would benefit even larger trees, especially old growth ponderosa pine. Limited to isolated patches not to exceed 1/4 acre, less than 70 acres total.

Land management planning
Scoping Start
12/14/2006
Comment Period
02/27/2007
Decision
05/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Plan Amendment; Timber Sales (Green)
Fremont N.F. Land and Resource Management Plan Amendment #28 for the BurntDecision Signed Date: 05/17/2007 Legal Notice Date: 05/27/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R21E; T39S, R22E; T40S, R21E; T40S, R22E, W.M.
Environmental Assessment · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
The project area includes approximately 5 acres of Winter Rim on the Silver Lake Ranger District, in Lake County, Oregon. It includes the site of the original Fremont-Point Cabin that was burned in t · Lake, Oregon

Reconstruct the cabin at Fremont Point that was destroyed in the Winter Fire (2002).

Recreation managementFacility management
Scoping Start
10/23/2009
Comment Period
01/13/2010
Decision
05/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Timothy Stack · tstack@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Plan Amendment
Fremont Point Cabin Reconstruction & Expansion ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/03/2010 Legal Notice Date: 05/08/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land Description31S R16E Sec. 21 SW1/4SW1/4 (Fremont Point cabin) and T31S R16E Sec. 8 SW1/4NE1/2 (overflow cabin)
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Quartz Mountain/Angel Camp area · Lake, Oregon

Map #41. Exploration drilling is proposed from three previously used drill pad sites to drill eight core holes in the Quartz Mountain area. Approx. 1,300 feet of recontoured drill roads would be reopened along with related activities in POO.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
05/15/2009
Decision
07/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Golden Predator Mines, Inc/Angels Camp Plan of OperationDecision Signed Date: 07/29/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R17E, W.M., sec. 30 SW1/4 and sec. 31 NW1/4
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
The project area is located on approximately 188 acres of Hager Mountain within the Windmill Restoration Project area on Silver Lake Ranger District, in Lake County, OR. · Lake, Oregon

Planting of ponderosa pine in the area burned in the Upper Mahogany burn area on Hager Mountain.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/08/2009
Decision
12/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Whitney Olsker · wolsker@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
DECISION MEMO and Categorical Exclusion Hager Mountain Planting ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/09/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29S R14E Section (Sec.) 23 SE1/4; Sec. 24 SW1/4; Sec. 25 NW1/4; Sec. 26 NE1/4; and Sec. 27 NW1/4.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Bly Ranger District vicinity of Road 3790 in section 20 · Klamath, Oregon

Map 29. Consider granting a private road easement to Harringtons private parcel of land. Would require road reconstruction and measures for operation and maintenance of the road. The private road would be about 1/8 mile in length.

Land ownership managementRoad management
Scoping Start
09/07/2006
Decision
03/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations; Travel Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.37S., R.15E., sec. 20 SE1/4 of the SE1/4
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Horseglade Meadow · Klamath, Oregon

026. Activity consists of reducing dead fuel loading from previous thinning and would further reduce encroaching conifers from the meadow. Re-introduce fire to restore historic conditions in the meadow.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
07/31/2006
Comment Period
05/16/2007
Decision
06/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements
Horseglade Meadow Prescribed BurnDecision Signed Date: 06/26/2007 Legal Notice Date: 06/26/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R14E, sections 5, 7, 8,1 7, 18, 19 & 20, W.M.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Horsefly Grazing Allotment south of Bly, OR · Klamath, Oregon

Map 35. Re-set a spring box and install a trough with an overflow line to collect and return unused water back to the existing flow of water on the Horsefly Grazing Allotment.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
02/14/2008
Decision
06/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chase Bolyard · cbolyard@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
J Spring Water Improvement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/06/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R14E, section33, W.M.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
South of Bly adjacent to FS Roads 3752, 3753, 3814 · Klamath, Oregon

Map 30. Thin 100 to 300 foot wide zone in specific timber stands (up to 70 ac.) adjacent to system roads to facilitate a safe and effective area to initiate control points for wildfire suppression efforts. All activity slash would be treated.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/23/2007
Comment Period
11/14/2007
Decision
01/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.37S. and T.38S., R.13E., R.14E. and R.15E
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Cox Flat and Drews Reservoir on Lakeview R.D. and Privy Springs on Bly R.D. · Lake, Oregon

Map 32. Reissuing grazing permits and revising the associated Allotment Management Plans for Cox Flat and Drews Reservoir Allotments on Lakeview Ranger District, and Privy Springs Allotment on the Bly Ranger District.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
02/05/2007
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Martina Keil · mkeil@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionSec 339
Special AuthorityGrazing, Sec 339, 2005 Consolidated Appropriations Bill (Grazing Authorizations On An Allotment)
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36-37S, R17-18E, and T38S, R13-14E, and T39S, R17E
Environmental Assessment · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Grazing Allotments in the Lost River and Sprague River Watersheds · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Map 36 Bly; Map 34 Lakeview. Evaluate livestock grazing on six allotments in the Lost River and Sprague River Watersheds. Allotments are: Barnes Valley, Arkansas, Pitchlog & Horsefly on Bly R.D.; and Wildhorse & Yocum Valley on Lakeview R.D.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
02/29/2008
Comment Period
01/14/2009
Decision
07/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations; Grazing Structural Improvements
Lost River and Sprague River Watersheds Grazing AllotmentsDecision Signed Date: 07/29/2009 Legal Notice Date: 08/04/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Lakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R15E; T39S, R15E; T37S, R13E; T40S, R17E W.M.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
North Fork Sprague River junction with Forest Road 3411approximately 7 miles north of Bly, OR. · Lake, Oregon

Map 39. Proposal to replace existing culvert in the North Fork Sprague River at its junction with Forest Road 3411 in the North Fork Sprague River Watershed. The existing culvert is a barrier to upstream fish migration.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/29/2008
Decision
10/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
North Fork Sprague River Fish PassageDecision Signed Date: 10/08/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 35 S., R. 14 1/2 E., section 36, Willamette Meridian, Klamath County, OR
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Located in the vicinity of Coffepot Flat on the Paisley Ranger District in Lake County, Oregon. Activities will occur on both private and NFS lands. · Lake, Oregon

The proposed action is to issue a special use permit to the Pacific Primitive Rendezvous for occupancy of Forest Service lands to put on a historical re-enactment of the pre-1840 fur trade era event on the Paisley Ranger District.

Special use management
Scoping Start
03/16/2011
Decision
06/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Pacific Primitive Rendezvous 2011 SUP Project Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 06/01/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R18E, WM., Sections 5, 6, 7, and 8.
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Paradise and Watson Creeks · Klamath, Oregon

Map 23. Stabilize the stream channel by placing a combination of native materials (rocks and tree boles) at locations where head cutting is occurring.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
12/13/2006
Decision
05/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Paradise and Watson Creeks Headcut Treatment ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/18/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 34 S, R 15 E, Sections 11, 13 and 14
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Privy Springs Grazing Allotment southwest of Bly, OR · Klamath, Oregon

Map 34. Construct three water holes on the Privy Springs Grazing Allotment using a backhoe or small excavator.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
02/14/2008
Decision
06/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chase Bolyard · cbolyard@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Structural Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R14E sections 7 and 18, W.M.
Environmental Assessment · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Area is bounded by FS Road 30 on the west, Highway 31 on the north, FS Road 33 on the east, and FS Road 34 on the south. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Map 26. Mountain pine beetle infestation has caused high lodgepole pine mortality in a 300,000 acre area. For public/employee safety felling of dead and infested trees would occur (150 feet each side) along about 199 road miles on FS lands (7,000 ac)

Forest productsRecreation managementFuels managementRoad management
Scoping Start
06/02/2008
Comment Period
12/12/2008
Decision
04/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
Red Zone Safety Project and Fremont NF LRMP Amendment #33Decision Signed Date: 04/07/2009 Legal Notice Date: 04/17/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District
Legal Land Descriptioncentered on T. 34 S., R. 10 E
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Lakeview and Bly Ranger Districts · Lake, Oregon

Reauthorize 16 individual special use permits pertaining to utilities. 9 SUPs are for powerlines, 3 are for communication sites, 3 for water structures, and 1 to maintain directional signs.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/29/2008
Decision
09/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Lakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionVarious locations on the Districts
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Lakeview and Bly Ranger Districts · Lake, Oregon

Reauthorize 15 special use permits pertaining to land use. 8 SUPs are for private road easements, 1 for a spring box and water line, 1 for use of Keno Reservoir and 5 for livestock pasture use.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/29/2008
Decision
10/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit Re-Issuances (Land Uses)Decision Signed Date: 10/20/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Lakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionVarious locations on the districts
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
Strawberry Butte Area · Lake, Oregon

Map 27. Utilize prescribed fire on approx. 25,000 acres to maintain desired fire condition class in area that was last treated by fire in 1996.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/31/2006
Decision
12/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
James Price · jwprice@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R15-16E, W.M.
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
The project area contains portions of the Swamp Creek grazing allotment. The project area does not include, but is near the Round Pass Communications Site and Moss Meadow Trailhead. · Lake, Oregon

The Paisley District Ranger is proposing to recommend reissuance of a special use permit for twenty years (Forest Supevisor signature to authorize permit). Special Use Permit #PAI410104 was issued for 50 years on September 17, 1958 for the power lin

Land ownership management
Scoping Start
07/29/2010
Decision
08/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Francisca Paulete · fpaulete@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2); 32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
SVE Powerline Upgrade DMDecision Signed Date: 08/26/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 35 S., R. 19 E., WM., Sec. 27 W1/2; 28 SE1/4; 33 N1/2; 32, NE1/4
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
East of Withers Property. · Lake, Oregon

Map 24. Authorize special use permit to provide access through National Forest System lands to a 160 acre private parcel.

Special use management
Scoping Start
12/13/2006
Decision
07/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Withers-Watson Place Special Use PermitDecision Signed Date: 07/03/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S R16E Sec 4
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 2/9/2012
North of Bly adjacent to FS Roads 3546, 3411 · Klamath, Oregon

Map 31. Thin 100 to 300 foot wide zone in specific timber stands (up to 70 ac.) adjacent to system roads to facilitate a safe and effective area to initiate control points for wildfire suppression efforts. All activity slash would be treated.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/23/2007
Comment Period
11/14/2007
Decision
01/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.35S. and T.36S., R.14E. and R.15E. W.M.
Environmental Assessment · Bly Ranger District · updated 1/17/2012
Bly Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Map 4. Analyze two subsheds of the Sycan River above the Sprague Watershed for commercial and non-commercial thinning, riparian and vegetative health improvement projects and prescribed fire. Area is within former Klamath Tribes Reservation.

Watershed managementFuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
Scoping Start
06/10/2009
Comment Period
09/11/2011
Decision
01/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Black Hills Project and Fremont National Forest LRMP Amendment #37Decision Signed Date: 01/11/2012 Legal Notice Date: 01/17/2012
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R12-13E and T34S, R12-13E
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 12/19/2011
The Chemult Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

The Decision Memo for this project has been cancelled because it is consistent with category 8 of Forest Service Handbook 1909.15, section 32.12, categories of actions for which a project or case file and decision memo are not required.

Special use management
Scoping Start
12/2011 (Estimated)
Decision
01/2012 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rick Bond · rabond@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25S - 32S; R6E - 11E
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/8/2011
Approximately 20 miles northwest of Lakeview, Oregon, on the south side of Cottonwood Meadows Lake, between the 3870 road and the fenceline. · Lake, Oregon

Map 24. This project proposes to stabilize and repair two headcuts in Grizzly Creek to halt the downcutting of the stream channels from the lake. The Grizzly Creek headcuts were identified as barriers to fish migration.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
09/07/2010
Decision
11/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Vincent Pacific · vpacific@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
Decision Memo for Grizzly Creek Headcut RepairDecision Signed Date: 11/30/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 38 E, Range 18 E, Section 18 NW, W.M.
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/8/2011
Approximately 15 miles northwest of Lakeview, Oregon and east of Cox Flat; the 2800-027 road runs along the south side of the unnamed tributary. · Lake, Oregon

Map 28. This project proposes to stabilize 15 headcuts on an unnamed tributary of Thomas Creek to improve passage and habitat for Modoc suckers (ESA listed -Endangered) and redband trout (USFS Region 6 Sensitive Species).

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
09/07/2010
Decision
11/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kimberly Conley · kconley@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Decision Memo for Thomas Creek Tributary Headcut StabilizationDecision Signed Date: 11/30/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 37S, Range 18E , sections 23 and 24, W.M., Lake County, Oregon
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/24/2011
Lakeview Ranger District, Deep Creek Watershed · Lake, Oregon

Analysis to move landscape towards recommendations provided in Deep Creek Watershed Analysis. Projects may include timber harvest, thinning, underburning, juniper thinning, wildlife enhancement, meadow restoration, road closures, and recreation.

Fuels managementWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Forest products
Scoping Start
03/25/2002
Comment Period
07/14/2006
Decision
09/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Burnt Willow Project Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant ImpactDecision Signed Date: 09/15/2006 Legal Notice Date: 09/17/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R21E and T40S, R22E
Environmental Assessment · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 10/24/2011
Bridge Creek and Buck Creek subwatersheds in the west-central portion of the Silver Lake Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Based on 2006 Bridge/Buck watershed analysis. Fuels reduction, thinning (including commercial), meadow and stream restoration and aspen/cottonwood restoration to improve sustainability of vegetative systems and hydrologic functon.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Watershed managementForest productsWildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels managementRoad management
Scoping Start
05/12/2006
Comment Period
02/01/2007
Decision
04/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rick Elston · relston@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityStewardship Contract, Consolidated Appropriations Resolution Of 2003
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Plan Amendment; Noxious Weed Treatments; Timber Sales (Salvage); Travel Management; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Bridge Creek and Buck Creek Subwatersheds Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/27/2007 Legal Notice Date: 04/30/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S, R13E (central)
Environmental Assessment · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 10/24/2011
Coyote Creek and Sycan Marsh subwatersheds · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Map 2. Vegetative treatments to develop sustainable stand conditions and promote hydrologic function. Commercial harvest, small tree thinning, prescribed fire, aquatic habitat improvements and road management. Within Former Klamath Tribes Reservation

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Forest productsWildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels managementWatershed managementRoad management
Scoping Start
06/02/2008
Comment Period
06/17/2010
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
02/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Francisca Paulete · fpaulete@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityStewardship Contract, Consolidated Appropriations Resolution Of 2003
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Decision Notice & FONSI Coyote Fuels Reduction & Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/26/2011 Legal Notice Date: 10/23/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 31 S., R. 13 E.
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/21/2011
Middle Drews and Lower Hay subwatersheds of the Drews Creek Watershed · Lake, Oregon

Map 31. Analyze activities on approx. 48,000 acres to enhance old growth forest characteristics, increase forest diversity, improve wildlife and riparian habitats. Consider stand density and fuel reduction activities, FLRMP amendment to cut >21" wf

Fuels managementWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plantsForest products
Scoping Start
02/06/2007
Comment Period
08/15/2008
Decision
02/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rachelle Huddleston-Lorton · rhuddlestonlorton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityStewardship Contract, Consolidated Appropriations Resolution Of 2003
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Plan Amendment; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
West Drews Watershed Restoration and Vegetation Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 02/23/2009 Legal Notice Date: 03/06/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R16E, W.M.
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 10/7/2011
The project area is near the junction of Forest Roads 3915 and 3910 and Rogger Meadow. · Lake, Oregon

The Lakeview Ranger District has partnered with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) and proposes to restore and enhance aspen stands in the Rogger Meadow area of the South Warner Mountain Range.

Watershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
09/07/2011
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Bryan Yost · byost@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 39S, Range 21E, sections 27, 28, 33, and 34, Willamette Meridian, Lake County, Oregon (refer to map).
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 9/28/2011
Swan Lake Point, Klamath County, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Map 15. Project proposed to upgrade existing facilities at the multi featured communications site under special use authroization.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/12/2010
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Tri State Telecome, Inc. Swan Lake Point Communication SiteDecision Signed Date: 09/23/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.36S., R.9E., WM., section 32 NE 1/4
Environmental Assessment · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/23/2011
South of Silver Lake Highway in southeast corner of District · Klamath, Oregon

Activities include thinning & use of prescribed fire to restore ponderosa pine & white fir habitat. Projects in collaboration with Klamath Tribes. The Red Knight project area is split into several parts. Modoc is the southernmost.

Fuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plantsForest products
Scoping Start
11/02/2009
Comment Period
07/28/2011
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Faith Brown · fbrown@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S, R11E, Sec 13-22, 27-30, 31-34; T31S, R11E, Sec 6 and 7
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/21/2011
All treatment units are located on the Klamath Ranger District . · Klamath, Oregon

Map13. The project proposes maintenance underburning on approximately 4100 acres, and other maintenance understory fuels treatments on an additional 600 acres. The treatments include masitication, non-commercial thinning and underburning.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
07/21/2010
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2012 (Estimated)
Project documents
Chris Hays · chays@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
Klamath Maintenance Underburn ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/19/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 32S, 33S, 34S, 35S, 36S, 37S R 5E, 6E
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/21/2011
Fourmile Creek near Rocky Point, Oregon. · Klamath, Oregon

Meadow restoration treatments on 299 acres including removal of overstocked vegetation and prescribed burning to stimulate grasses and forbs. Rehabilitation of drainage ditch to re-establish desired riparian hardwood species and raise water table.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
03/21/2008
Decision
08/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Margaret Bailey · mbailey01@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Westside - Fourmile Ecosystem RestorationDecision Signed Date: 08/16/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S R6E sec. 8, 9, 17, 18
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/20/2011
Jack Creek Watershed, northeast portion of the Chemult Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

The District is proposing off-channel pond construction, willow planting and trail repair for restoration of Oregon spotted frog habitat. Project does not include beaver reintroduction.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
02/16/2011
Decision
09/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S, R9E, Section 14. Along a reach of Jack Creek.
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/19/2011
The project is in the Modoc Planning Area of the Upper Williamson watershed on the Chemult District. The project area is within the Former Reservation Lands of the Klamath Tribes. · Klamath, Oregon

Scoped under Modoc Restoration Project EA. Thin small trees (<7” DBH) with chainsaws over 742 acres & hand pilw a 200 foot wide strip along roads (approx. 130 acres) to maintain & enhance old growth trees that provide pileated woodpecker habitat.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Land management planningFuels management
Scoping Start
11/02/2009
Decision
08/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Faith Brown · fbrown@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S R11E
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 9/8/2011
Lower Williamson River in two reaches: (1) Kirk Springs to Knapps Dam and (2) First Pool below 9730 road crossing to State Park/USFS boundary · Klamath, Oregon

The project will coordinate large wood replenishment on the lower Williamson River in two reaches: (1) Kirk Springs to Knapps Dam just above 9730 road crossing, and (2) First Pool below 9730 road crossing to State Park/USFS boundary.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/17/2010
Decision
08/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Neil Anderson · nianderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S R 7E Sections 2 and 3 and T33S R 7E Sections 25, 26, 35, and 36.
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 7/28/2011
Six locations in Jack Creek Watershed · Klamath, Oregon

Maintain, improve, and protect springs and other water sources to restore and maintain proper watershed condition and function. Repair or install springboxes, troughs, and fences.

Watershed managementGrazing management
Scoping Start
05/09/2002
Decision
04/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Species Habitat Improvements; Grazing Structural Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Antelope Allotment Springs, Headcuts, and Stream Channels ProjectsDecision Signed Date: 04/21/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT25S, R9E; T26S, R9E; T26S, R10E; T27S, R9E; T27S, R10E; Willamette Meridian
Environmental Assessment · Chemult Ranger District · updated 7/28/2011
Middle Jack Creek Watershed · Klamath, Oregon

Thinning in ponderosa and lodgepole pine, reduction of hazardous fuels, salvage of dead and dying trees, removal of lodgepole encroachment in meadows, and aspen regeneration.

Watershed managementForest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/09/2002
Comment Period
05/09/2006
Decision
09/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jayne Goodwin · jlgoodwin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Special Products Sales; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green); Watershed Improvements
Middle Jack Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/15/2006 Legal Notice Date: 09/24/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S, R9E; T27S, R10E; T28S, R10E; T29S, R10E; Willamette Meridian
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 7/28/2011
Jack Creek and Rock Creek · Klamath, Oregon

Reduce hazardous fuels on approximately 950 acres of meadows, meadow edges, and adjacent uplands.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels managementForest productsWatershed managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Grazing management
Scoping Start
05/09/2002
Comment Period
12/02/2005
Decision
01/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (10)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Healthy Forests Initiative Ce
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Grazing Allotment Management; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
Jack Creek and Rock Creek Meadows Fuel Reduction and Meadow Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/30/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26S, R9E, sections 24, 26, 29; T26S, R10E, sections 19, 20, 27-30, 33, 34 ; T27S, R9E, sections 1, 11, 12; T27S, R10E, sections 6, 9, 10, 11, 15, 19, 20, 29, 32
Environmental Impact Statement · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 7/28/2011
Fremont-Winema National Forests (forest-wide) · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Apply site-specific Invasive Plant treatment prescriptions that are based on site objective (containment, control, or eradication), biology of the invasive plant species, size of the infestation, and spread potential.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
NOI in Federal Register
03/07/2007
DEIS NOA in Federal Register
11/13/2009
FEIS NOA in Federal Register
05/13/2011
Decision
04/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Sarah Malaby · smalaby@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityNoxious Weed Treatments
The Fremont-Winema National Forest Invasive Plant TreatmentDecision Signed Date: 04/14/2011 Legal Notice Date: 04/29/2011
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Legal Land DescriptionSouth Central Oregon
Environmental Assessment · Chemult Ranger District · updated 7/28/2011
UNIT- Chemult Ranger District. STATE - Oregon. COUNTY - Klamath. LEGAL - · Klamath, Oregon

Map 23. Thinning in ponderosa and lodgepole pine, fuels reduction, salvage of dead trees. Project planning in collaboration with Klamath Tribes.

Forest productsWildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
05/09/2002
Comment Period
08/08/2008
Decision
01/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jayne Goodwin · jlgoodwin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
Lower Jack Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/15/2009 Legal Notice Date: 01/27/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownships 28E, 29E, and 30E, Ranges 10 and 11S
Environmental Assessment · Klamath Ranger District · updated 7/19/2011
Lake of the Woods, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Consider permit reissuance for the recreation residences at Lake of the Woods.

Recreation managementSpecial use management
Scoping Start
02/03/2003
Comment Period
04/2004 (Estimated)
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kari Moser · kmoser@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
Lake of the Woods Recreation Residence Permit Re-Issuance ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/12/2004 Legal Notice Date: 07/27/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R5E
Environmental Assessment · Paisley Ranger District · updated 7/6/2011
Upper Sycan Watershed covering allotments near the head of the Sycan River from the top of Winter Ridge, to the Sycan Marsh · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Analysis of permit reissuance on eight grazing allotments in the Upper Sycan Watershed

Grazing management
Scoping Start
07/22/2004
Comment Period
04/08/2005
Decision
09/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Nevill · mnevill@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
Upper Sycan Allotment Management Plans Decision NoticeDecision Signed Date: 09/08/2005 Legal Notice Date: 09/10/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R14E; T34S, R16E
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 5/13/2011
South of Oregon Hwy 140, adjacent to Mountain Lakes subdivision, NW of the town of Klamath Falls. · Klamath, Oregon

The project would include pre-commercial thinning (PCT) of 750 acres. PCT would include felling trees less than 8 inches in diameter at breast height, machine or hand piling of the slash created, and pile burning and/or underburning of units.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
03/29/2005
Decision
05/2011 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Margaret Bailey · mbailey01@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R5E, Sections 24; andT36S, R6E, Sections 18, 19, 20, 21 W.M.
Environmental Assessment · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/23/2010
Thomas Creek Watershed · Lake, Oregon

Evaluate livestock grazing on Augur Creek, Bauers Creek and Whiterock Allotments. Update and revise Allotment Managment Plans.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
04/09/2009
Comment Period
05/21/2010
Decision
12/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rachelle Huddleston-Lorton · rhuddlestonlorton@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
Augur Creek, Bauers Creek, and White Rock Grazing Allotments ProjectDecision Signed Date: 12/07/2010 Legal Notice Date: 12/16/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R19E; T38S, R18E; T37S, R20E; T36S, R18E - R20E; T37S, R20E; T38S, R19E WM
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 12/14/2010
Area around Johnson, Willlshire, and Dry Meadows · Klamath, Oregon

Project involves drilling water monitoring holes at varying depths near Wilshire, Johnson, & Dry meadows & east of Johnson Meadow. A track-mounted drill rig, water truck, & support vehicle will traverse cross-country (50-1050 ft) to access each site.

ResearchMinerals and geology
Scoping Start
08/30/2010
Decision
09/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Daryl Gusey · dgusey@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations; Research And Development
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT26S R10E Section 20; T27S R9E Section 1; T26S R9E Section 24, and; T27S R10E Section 5
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 12/14/2010
Within Sugarpine Mnt. NW and Round Butte Quadrangles · Klamath, Oregon

The project involves hand-thinning, hand-piling, and pile burning to slow the decline of populations of Pumice grapefern (BOPU).

Vegetation management (other than forest products)ResearchFuels managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
08/13/2010
Decision
09/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Missy Anderson · mvanderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Research And Development; Timber Sales (Salvage)
Pumice Grapefern Habitat Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/30/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28S R8E Sections 13, 14, 24, and 25; T28S R9E Sections 8, 9, 10, 17, 18, 19, 20, 29, 30, and 32; T29S R8E Section 1 and T29S R9E Sections 5 and 6.
Environmental Assessment · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/17/2010
Along Westside Road, Northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Map 17. Fuels and forest health thinning, brush treatment and underburning to protect bald eagle management area.

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels management
Scoping Start
03/21/2008
Objection Period Start
07/16/2010
Decision
09/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jennifer Sanborn · jsanborn@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityHfra Title I: Wildland-Urban Interface; Hfra Title I: Threatened And Endangered Species Habitat
Notice and Comment Regulation218
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Special Area Management; Timber Sales (Green)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34-36S, R6E
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 9/7/2010
Across the Fremont-Winema National Forests · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Comprehensive plan for motorized travel on the Fremont-Winema National Forests. Will include designated routes and areas for motorized vehicle use. Will not include motorized vehicle use over snow.

Recreation managementRegulations, directives, orders
Scoping Start
07/29/2009
Comment Period
04/20/2010
Decision
07/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2011 (Estimated)
Project documents
Robert Wetherell · rwetherell@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityPlan Amendment; Trail Management; Regulation Creation/Modification; Travel Management
Fre-Win NF Motorized Travel Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/08/2010 Legal Notice Date: 08/06/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsFremont-Winema National Forest All Units
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/23/2010
Soloman Butte, Klamath County, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Map 14. Project proposed to construct a new communication site to expand coverage for Hwy 97 under special use authorization.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/12/2010
Decision
08/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Soloman Butte Communication SiteDecision Signed Date: 08/17/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.33S., R.8E., WM., section 7 NE 1/4
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 6/24/2010
Map 18. Westside of the Lake of the Woods between the lakeshore and FS road 3601. · Klamath, Oregon

Camp McLoughlin Demonstration Project addresses current forest health issues within Lake of the Woods recreation area. The proposed action includes commercial and non-commercial harvest, planting conifers, fuel treatment, and large wood placement.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plantsRecreation managementFuels management
Scoping Start
01/05/2010
Decision
06/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Coggin · mcoggin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Scenery Management; Timber Sales (Green)
CAMP MCLOUGHLIN DEMONSTRATION PROJECTDecision Signed Date: 06/18/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 37 South, Range 5 East, Section 3 Willamette Meridian
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/17/2010
Located on the Lee Thomas and Sandhill Crossing quadrangles in the Paisley Ranger District, in Lake County, Oregon, on Forest Road (FR) 3611, FR 3323, and FR 3372 and the NFK Sprague Rvr and Cold Crk. · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

The overall need for action in the project area is to restore hydrologic and ecological function of riparian areas and improve aquatic habitat conditions and complexity along a 5.0 mile reach in the headwaters for the NFK Sprague River.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsWatershed management
Scoping Start
07/23/2009
Decision
05/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Richard Pyzik · rpyzik@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
NFK Sprague River Aquatic Habitat Restoration & Culvert Replacement DMDecision Signed Date: 05/21/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District; Paisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S R15E, Sec. 24, 25; T34S R16E, Sec. 19, 30; T34S R15E, Sec. 25, 35; T35S R16E, Sec. 33
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 6/9/2010
South of Hwy 138, east of Crater Lake National Park · Klamath, Oregon

Map 3. The Raptor prescribed burns (#1 and #9) are intended to reduce fuel profiles and to bring fire regime condition class to within the estimated historical range of variability during a specifically defined reference period (FRCC 1).

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
04/01/2010
Decision
05/2010 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2010 (Estimated)
Project documents
Amber Lidell · alidell@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Raptor 1 and 9 Prescribed Burns ProjectDecision Signed Date: 05/25/2010
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29S, R6E, sections 14, 15, 22, 23, and 27; T29, R7E, section 31; and T30S, R7E, sections 5 and 6.
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 6/8/2010
Jack Creek Watershed, northeastern portion of the Chemult Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Map 01. This was originally a multi-part project, but it has been modified to only represent part 1 of the Jack Creek Habitat Restoration & Improvement projects. Part 1 is associated with the 06/10/08 Jack Creek Fence Project Decision Memo.

Land management planning
Scoping Start
04/28/2008
Decision
06/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · tlsimpson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDirective Creation/Modification
Jack Creek Fence Project Oregon Spotted Frog RestorationDecision Signed Date: 06/10/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT28S, R10E and T29S, R10E. Along reaches of Jack Creek.
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 4/8/2010
Along banks and tributary of Green Creek · Lake, Oregon

Remove junipers from meadow area, remove conifers from aspen stands, thin ponderosa pine, and close .25 mile of road

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
09/09/2004
Decision
07/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
Green Creek Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 07/18/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R19E, Sections 2, 3, 10, and 11
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 8/11/2009
North Warner Mountains near Snyder Creek · Lake, Oregon

Map 37. Non-old growth juniper and small diameter conifers would be cut in sage grouse brood rearing habitats to enhance habitat effectiveness.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/15/2009
Decision
08/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Species Habitat Improvements; Rangeland Vegetation Improvements; Watershed Improvements
North Warner Sage Shrub Habitat Enhancement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/04/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 36 S., R. 22 E., sections 19, 20, 29, 30 and T. 36 S., R. 21 E., sections 23-27.
Environmental Assessment · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/30/2009
Northern portion of the Ninemile North Project Area, located northeast of Chiloquin, OR · Klamath, Oregon

Map 06 - Analysis of the remainder of the Ninemile North Project Area for fuel reduciton needs. The WUI portion of the area had an HFRA Environmental Assessment and Decision Notice signed May 9, 2006. Project scoped with the WUI portion.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)Forest productsWildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels management
Scoping Start
03/15/2005
Comment Period
04/04/2009
Decision
06/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Steven Mooney · smooney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Ninemile North Non-WUI Fuels Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/01/2009 Legal Notice Date: 06/10/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R8E, Sec 8,9,1915,16,17,19,20,21,22,23,25,26,27,28,&29; T33S, R9E, Sec 19 & 30, WM
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 6/24/2009
The project areas lie south of Hwy 140, east of Lake of the Woods. · Klamath, Oregon

This is a 249 acre portion of the original Tomahawk Project that was enjoined by an order signed 11/25/08. This project will continue work in remaining units 1, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11 & 12 which pose a threat to the health of the forest.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
12/23/2008
Comment Period
01/30/2009
Decision
03/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Steven Mooney · smooney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S R5E Sections 24; T36S R6E Sections 18, 19, 20, 21 W.M.
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/13/2009
Forest Road 3752 at Barnes Valley Creek · Klamath, Oregon

Map #40. Replace a recently condemned timber bridge on Forest Road 3752 where it crosses Barnes Valley Creek with a steel bridge. The old bridge and abutments would be removed and new bridge abutments erected and the steel bridge put in place.

Road management
Scoping Start
05/15/2009
Decision
06/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Maintenance
Barnes Valley Creek Bridge Replacement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 06/08/2009
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R15E WM, Section 20 SESW
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 3/31/2009
One mile NE of the town of Ciloquin, Oregon and west of the Sprague River Highway · Klamath, Oregon

Proposal to remove fire killed trees and plant conifer tree species into part of the burned area.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
11/25/2008
Comment Period
11/26/2008
Decision
01/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Brian Sebastian · sebastianb@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityTimber Sales (Salvage)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 34 S, R 7 E, North 1/2 of Section 25, Willamette Meridian
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 3/27/2009
Paxton Meadow area of Abe Vegetation Management Project · Lake, Oregon

Map #38. Plant ponderosa pine seedlings on about 461 acres in the Pax Timber Sale area of Abe Vegetation Management Project. Reestablish ponderosa pine where beetles have killed the majority of trees.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
02/05/2009
Decision
03/2009 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R19E, Sec. 4 and 5, WM
Kirk Fire Salvage Completed
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 3/13/2009
The project is located approximately 7 miles north of Chiloquin and lies east of the Williamson River and west of Forest Service Road 502. · Klamath, Oregon

Salvage and replanting of the area of the Kirk Fire that occurred in July, 2007 and is approximately 40 acres in size.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
01/15/2008
Comment Period
06/17/2008
Decision
06/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Coggin · mcoggin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13)
Special AuthorityNational Fire Plan - Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityScenery Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionMap 39 - Township 33 South, Range 7 East, South 1/4 of Section 1
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 1/26/2009
The BPA building and tower are located at the communication site on Dead Indian Mtn. · Lake, Oregon

Map 27. Proposal is for special use permit authorizing the reconstruction of a larger communication building and tower, replacing existing facilities at the communication site.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/20/2008
Decision
12/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Special Use Authorizations
BPA Communication SiteDecision Signed Date: 12/12/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT30S, R16E, Section 9 WM
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 9/29/2008
In the Lofton Reservoir area. Forest Road 3715-114 provides access. · Lake, Oregon

Project would grant a private road easement to JD Lewis. No existing roads provide access to the Lewis property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/29/2008
Decision
08/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 38 S., R. 16 E., Willamette Meridian, sections 14 and 15, Lake County, OR
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/29/2008
Includes 2.6 miles of 3 Mile Creek between FS Rd 3413 and 3413-110/3449 intersection. · Klamath, Oregon

This project continues work on a series of recovery actions designed to protect and enhance endangered bull trout habitat by limiting access and also resurfacing the 3413 road.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/07/2008
Decision
08/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Neil Anderson · nianderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Species Population Enhancements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 34 South, Range 6 East, Sections 3,4,5.
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 9/25/2008
Bennet Flat Allotment (spring development) and Antelope Allotment (water tank replacement) · Lake, Oregon

Map 2. Development of 2 different water sources for improved allotment management and water protection. A spring will be developed with a spring-box, piping, trough construction and spring fencing. At another site, a water tank will be replaced.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
07/28/2008
Decision
09/2008 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Structural Improvements
2008 Range Water Improvement ProjectsDecision Signed Date: 09/24/2008
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R17E, section 7 (spring develop.) and T28S, R12E, section 33 (tank replacement)
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 3/31/2008
Deadhorse and Campbell Lakes access roads · Lake, Oregon

Map 01 - The project would provide for improved public and employee safety and integrated pest management trreatments by felling dead and infested trees located along Forest Roads 2800033, 2800056, and 2800596, within Campbell Lake and Deadhorse Lake

Forest productsVegetation management (other than forest products)Recreation managementFuels management
Scoping Start
09/07/2007
Comment Period
10/16/2007
Decision
11/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Nevill · relston@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (14), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(14)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Road Maintenance; Timber Sales (Salvage); Timber Sales (Green)
Deadhorse/Campbell Integrated Pest ManagementDecision Signed Date: 11/16/2007 Legal Notice Date: 11/16/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R17E, S32; T35S, R16E, S1; T35S, R17E, S6, WM
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/12/2007
Located near the top of Applegate Butte on the Chiloquin RD · Klamath, Oregon

Permission application to replace existing antenna and electronic equipment building with a new antenna and building. Replaces aging equipment.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/02/2007
Decision
10/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Bonneville Power Electronic Site Applegate ButteDecision Signed Date: 10/10/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 33 S, R 8 E, Section 13, SW 1/4 of the SW 1/4, WM
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/10/2007
Located near Soloman Butte · Klamath, Oregon

This is a lease renewal request. The current lease expires 12/31/07. The site was inspected on 6/20/07 and was found to be in compliance with their current lease. The renewal complies with the FS policy on occupancy & use of NFS land.

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/31/2007
Decision
10/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
RCC Atlantic Lease RenewalDecision Signed Date: 10/03/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 33 S, R 8 E, WM, Section 7, SE 1/4, NE 1/4
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 10/9/2007
Along the north side of the FS 6520 road approximately 175 feet. · Klamath, Oregon

Application to install, operate, and maintain a new buried communication service line and its appurtenance on a private residence.

Special use management
Scoping Start
08/31/2007
Decision
10/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 34 S, R 9 E, SEC 21, SW 1/4, SW 1/4
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/28/2007
Located 30 miles northwest of Klamath Falls, Oregon, just east of the Westside Road, noorth of Fourmile Spring and south of Threemile Creek. · Klamath, Oregon

Authorization to continue livestock grazing within the Four Mile Allotment on the Klamath Ranger District.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
09/19/2006
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michelle Barry · mbarry@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionSec 339
Special AuthorityGrazing, Sec 339, 2005 Consolidated Appropriations Bill (Grazing Authorizations On An Allotment)
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Grazing Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT 34 S, R 6 E, SEC 2, East 1/2 of the SE 1/4, T 34 S, R 6 E, SEC 11, NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 9/28/2007
The Spring Creek Motel lands lie just north of Collier State Park and west of Hsy 97 crossing about 40 feet of the Fremont-Winema NF · Klamath, Oregon

Map 07. Request for a special use permit to access the Spring Creek Motel property.

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/16/2007
Decision
08/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S R7E Sec 27
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/26/2007
Part of the Buck and Bridge Creeks subwatershed, southwest of Silver Lake, OR. · Lake, Oregon

Map 10. Proposal to continue grazing in a manner consistent with existing management in the Buck Creek Allotment.

Grazing management
Scoping Start
06/21/2007
Decision
09/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical ExclusionSec 339
Special AuthorityGrazing, Sec 339, 2005 Consolidated Appropriations Bill (Grazing Authorizations On An Allotment); Grazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management
Buck Creek Livestock Grazing Management ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/26/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29S, R10E - T30S, R13E, Willamette Meridian
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 9/17/2007
Honey Creek in the North Warners · Lake, Oregon

Lakeview Soil and Water Conservation District has proposed intallation of a pre-fabricated, single rotary drum screen system at the diversion point of the Taylor Ranch ditch on National Forest System lands. ODF&W personnel would design and install.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
02/13/2006
Decision
08/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jimmy Leal · jleal@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Taylor Ranch Fish Screen Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 08/17/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R22E, section 6, W.M.
Environmental Assessment · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/26/2007
Weir is located west of State Hwy 31 Bridge over the Chewaucan River, in the City of Paisley, OR · Lake, Oregon

Replacement of Paisley Town Weir system to allow fish access to upper Chewaucan River

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/07/2004
Comment Period
05/07/2004
Decision
10/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityFacility Improvements/Construction; Species Habitat Improvements
Paisley Town Weir ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/25/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R18E, Section 23
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 3/12/2007
West of Collier State Park, south of Spring Creek · Klamath, Oregon

Request by CenturyTel to bury 800' of phone line across FS land along the 9700-390 Road to supply phone service to private residences.

Special use management
Scoping Start
11/30/2006
Comment Period
11/30/2006
Decision
01/2007 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
CenturyTel Idrogo Phone Line Service RequestDecision Signed Date: 01/12/2007 Legal Notice Date: 01/12/2007
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R7E, Section 4 WM
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 9/26/2006
Dismal Creek drainage area of the South Warners (at the end of Forest Road 3915-182) · Lake, Oregon

A Lakeview snowmobile club is requesting a special use permit to locate a structure in the Dismal Creek drainage area of the South Warners to serve as a warming shelter for winter recreation users. Reinitiating this project (was called Dismal)

Recreation management
Scoping Start
04/15/2005
Decision
08/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2007 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDispersed Recreation Mgmt.; Special Use Authorizations
High Desert StormtrooperDecision Signed Date: 08/17/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT41S, R22E,, sec. 16 NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 9/26/2006
East of Cottonwood Meadow Lake · Lake, Oregon

Restoration of approximately four miles of roadbed currently designated as a recreation trail. Following road prism recontouring, a properly located and drained trail would be reconstructed in its approximate current location.

Watershed managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
02/13/2006
Decision
08/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jimmy Leal · jleal@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Trail Management; Watershed Improvements
Cottonwood Creek Trail Rehab Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 08/17/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R18E, sections 7, 8, 9, and 15, W.M.
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/26/2006
Coyote Creek just west of Sycan Marsh at the 019 Road crossing · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Replacement of the culvert on Coyote Creek, tributary to Sycan Marsh. This will improve passage and access to habitat for Bull Trout, a federally listed Threatened species

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/18/2006
Decision
09/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2008 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rick Elston · relston@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Coyote Creek Fish Passage RestorationDecision Signed Date: 09/26/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT. 31 S, R. 13 E., Section 21
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/7/2006
Chiloquin Ranger District, north to south powerline, from near Oaxkanee Overlook south to near Dry Lakes · Klamath, Oregon

PPL has applied to reauthorize the permit for "Line 52", 19.5 miles by 125" ROW for power transmisssion. Line was originally authorized by the BIA in 1951

Special use management
Scoping Start
07/12/2006
Decision
07/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Pacificorp (PPL) 230 KV Powerline Permit IssuanceDecision Signed Date: 07/27/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownships 33, 34, 35, and 36 S, Ranges 7 and 8 E
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 8/7/2006
About 2/3 mile NW or Swan Lake Point · Klamath, Oregon

Replace existing Natural Resources Conservation Service rain guage weather station with a SNOTEL site to collect snow water data. Will include snow pillow with fence, an equipment shed, and antennas for transmitting data.

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/13/2006
Decision
08/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Swan Lake Point SNOTEL ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/03/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R9E, WM. Section 32 NW1/4NW1/4
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 8/4/2006
Warner Canyon foreground of State Highway 140 · Lake, Oregon

Consider proposal for a private road easement to provide access across National Forest land to Collins' private property. The proposed route would require construction of approx. 360' of road and installation of one culvert.

Road management
Scoping Start
02/13/2006
Implementation
06/2006 (Estimated)
Decision
08/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction; Travel Management
Collins Timber Company Private Road EasementDecision Signed Date: 08/01/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT38S, R20E, section 25, NW14 of the NW14, W.M.
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 6/19/2006
Lake of the Woods vicinity, within right of way of Hwy 140 west to Klamath-Jackson County line · Klamath, Oregon

Sprint has applied to install a buried fiber optic line from the Lake of the Woods vicinity west along the north shoulder of Hwy 140 to the Klamath-Jackson County line.

Special use management
Scoping Start
03/15/2006
Decision
06/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kari Moser · jhaugen@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Sprint Fiber Optic Line Installation Project Hwy 140 Lake of the Woods VicinityDecision Signed Date: 06/13/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R5E, Sections 31, 32, 33, 34; T37S, R5E, Sections 3,4,5
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 5/4/2006
Culverts located on FS Road 3372 crossings of Paradise and Crazy Creeks · Klamath, Oregon

Replacement of two fish barrier culverts on Paradise and Crazy Creeks

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
11/02/2004
Decision
04/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Paradise and Crazy Creeks Fish Passable Culverts Replacement ProjectDecision Signed Date: 04/26/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R15E, Sections 25 and 26
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 5/4/2006
Round Mountain Electronic site · Lake, Oregon

Amend the current special use permit to authorize installation of a new phone line and replace a damaged line at the Round Mountain Electronic Site

Special use management
Scoping Start
06/10/2005
Decision
09/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(3); 32.2 (2), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(2)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
CenturyTel Round Pass Mountain Phone Line Replacement and New Phone Line Installation ProjectDecision Signed Date: 09/08/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT35S, R19E, section 32
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 3/28/2006
5,280 feet al;ong the north side of State highway 58. · Klamath, Oregon

Amend current permit to add line segment from expired permit. Only routine mainenance activities on the line and appurtenances will be authorized under this permit amendment.

Special use management
Scoping Start
03/08/2006
Decision
03/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Theresa Simpson · jlgoodwin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Sprint/United Telephone Co. of the Northwest Permit AmendmentDecision Signed Date: 03/15/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29S, R7E, Section 4
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 1/31/2006
Portions of plantations burned from Harvey Creek north to Bennett Flat · Lake, Oregon

Reforest plantations that were lost in the 2002 Winter Fire. Planting would be done by hand to achieve desired future stocking levels of approximately 150 - 300 trees per acre. Animal damage control may also be utilized to protect the seedlings.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/19/2005
Decision
12/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
03/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Winter Reforestation Decision MemoDecision Signed Date: 12/20/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT32S, R16E to T33S, R17E
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 1/25/2006
Lake of the Woods, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Replace a deteriorated foot bridge across Dry Creek, restore shoreline in swimming area including erosion control measures above the beach, install new dock access and abutment and add aggregate surfacing to a service road.

Facility managementRecreation managementSpecial area managementSpecial use managementRoad management
Scoping Start
08/30/2005
Decision
01/2006 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kari Moser · kmoser@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Facility Improvements/Construction; Facility Maintenance; Road Maintenance; Road Improvements/Construction; Special Area Management; Watershed Improvements
Camp McLoughlin Improvements and Shoreline Restoration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 01/23/2006
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R5E, Section 3
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 12/22/2005
Burnt Butte Cinder Pit, Chiloquin Ranger District, Fremont-WInema National Forest · Klamath, Oregon

ODOT request to drill approximately 8 core samples to determine optimum area for pit expansion to meet their future cinder needs for the next ten years of highway sanding for safe winter travel. Pit expansion will be a separate decision document.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
09/15/2005
Decision
10/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kevin Moore · krmoore@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
Burnt Butte Cinder Pit Sample DrillingDecision Signed Date: 10/26/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R8E, Sec 19 WM Klamath County, OR
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 12/7/2005
FS Road 3750 near the southern end of Lake of the Woods, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

As a chronic source of sediment into Rainbow Creek, a segment of abandoned road (0.37 miles) adjacent to FS Road 3750 will be obliterated and a short constricted section of the creek will be reconstructed to reestablish natural channel dimensions.

Road managementWatershed managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
08/30/2005
Decision
10/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Neil Anderson · nianderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Decommissioning; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Rainbow Creek Improvement and Road Obliteration ProjectDecision Signed Date: 10/31/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R5E, Section 22
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 9/29/2005
Silver Lake Ranger District Compound on Oregon State Highway 31 · Klamath; Lake, Oregon

Issuance of new 5 year permit for overhead and underground telephone service lines at Silver Lake Ranger District Compound

Special use management
Scoping Start
05/27/2005
Decision
08/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
11/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Rick Elston · relston@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
CenturyTel Telephone Service Lines / Midstate Electric Cooperative Overhead Distribution LinesDecision Signed Date: 08/15/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsSilver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT.28S., R.14E., WM., Section 21, S1/2 NW1/4 SE1/4 and S1/2 SE1/4
Decision Memo · Klamath Ranger District · updated 9/29/2005
Rocky Point area along the western shore of Upper Klamath Lake · Klamath, Oregon

Consistency review and NEPA analysis for permit renewal of the Recreation Creek recreation residences.

Special use managementRecreation management
Scoping Start
01/21/2005
Decision
08/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2009 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kari Moser · kmoser@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Special Use Authorizations
Recreation Creek Recreation Residence Special Use Permit ReissuanceDecision Signed Date: 08/24/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsKlamath Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionTownship 35 South, Range 6 East, Sections 23, 26, and 35
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/29/2005
Approximately ? mile downstream from the outlet of Miller Lake. · Klamath, Oregon

The project would remove a barrier originally created to prevent re-establishment of lamprey in Miller Lake.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
06/15/2005
Decision
09/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
09/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jayne Goodwin · jlgoodwin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Miller Lake Lamprey Barrier RemovalDecision Signed Date: 09/12/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT27S, R6.5E, Section 19
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/29/2005
Three Creek Area northwest Klamath Marsh Wildlife Refuge · Klamath, Oregon

Thin approximately 500 acres to reduce risk of loss of large tree habitat to insects and disease and improve gorwth of future replacement large tree structure.

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
05/16/2005
Decision
09/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
04/2006 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jayne Goodwin · jlgoodwin@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT29S, R9E, Sections 9, 10, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 28
Decision Memo · Chiloquin Ranger District · updated 6/30/2005
Lone Pine area, east of Chiloquin, Oregon · Klamath, Oregon

Pre-commercially thin the majority of 11,716 acres of conifer plantations planted following the 1992 Lone Pine Fire.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
11/22/2004
Decision
06/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
08/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Steven Mooney · smooney@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Lone Pine Central PCTDecision Signed Date: 06/01/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChiloquin Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34S, R10E
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/29/2005
Failing section of FS Road 2800.047, west of Happy Camp Campground · Lake, Oregon

Raise road height and replace 2 culverts on FS Road 2800.047

Road managementWildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/02/2005
Decision
06/2005 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.12 (4), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(4); 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityRoad Improvements/Construction
Happy Camp Road Repair and Culvert ReplacementDecision Signed Date: 06/23/2005
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R17E, Section 2
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 12/21/2004
Lakeview Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Plant ponderosa pine seedlings on approximately 53 acres of the Logan fire.

Vegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/16/2003
Decision
03/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Kandy Hill · khill01@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Logan Fire ReforestationDecision Signed Date: 03/09/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT41S, R16E, secs. 10 & 15
Decision Memo · Silver Lake Ranger District · updated 10/27/2004
Along the top of Winter Ridge from Gov't. Harvey to Dead Indian Mtn. · Lake, Oregon

Approval of special use permit to install six anemometers for wind resource evaluation.

Special use management
Scoping Start
10/04/2004
Implementation
11/2004 (Estimated)
Decision
10/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
UPC Anemometer SitesDecision Signed Date: 10/27/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District; Silver Lake Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R16E, Sec. 23 to T30S, R16E, Sec. 10
Environmental Assessment · Bly Ranger District · updated 9/27/2004
Bly Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Reissuance of grazing permits under current terms and conditions. Ten allotments: Horse Glades, North Fork, Trap House, Reservoir Creek, Yaden Flat, Dairy Creek, Fivemile, Black Hills, Meryl Creek, Demming Creek

Grazing management
Scoping Start
12/03/2001
Comment Period
04/16/2004
Decision
09/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
01/2005 (Estimated)
Project documents
Mike Nevill · mnevill@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityGrazing, Rescissions Act Of 1995
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivityGrazing Authorizations
North Fork Sprague Allotment Management Plans Decision NoticeDecision Signed Date: 09/23/2004 Legal Notice Date: 09/23/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT33S, R12-15E; T34S, R12-17E; T35S, R12-17E; T36S, R13-17E
Decision Memo · Chemult Ranger District · updated 9/24/2004
Miller Lake, · Klamath, Oregon

Placement of large wood along edges of lake to improve fish habitat.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
07/14/2004
Implementation
09/2004 (Estimated)
Decision
09/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Neil Anderson · nianderson@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Miller Lake Fish HabitatDecision Signed Date: 09/23/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsChemult Ranger District
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 8/13/2004
Bly Ranger District, Quartz Butte and Angel Camp areas · Lake, Oregon

Quincy Resources, Inc. has proposaed exploration core drilling at 29 existing pads, construction of approx. 150 feet of new road along with related activities described in Plan of Operations for Angel Camp and Quartz Mountain sites.

Minerals and geology
Scoping Start
04/26/2004
Implementation
07/2004 (Estimated)
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (8), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(8)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityMinerals Or Geology Plans Of Operations
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R16E and R17E Lake County, Oregon
Environmental Assessment · Fremont-Winema National Forest All Units · updated 8/13/2004
Lakeview Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Authorization for 20-year special use permit for operations and maintenance of the existing Hickey Reservoir and associated dam, spillway and ditch.

Special use management
Scoping Start
04/01/2002
Comment Period
05/13/2004
Decision
07/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
10/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Catherine Callaghan · ccallaghan@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Hickey Reservoir Special Use PermitDecision Signed Date: 07/01/2004 Legal Notice Date: 07/01/2004
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT39S, R22E Sec 17 NW1/4NW1/4 and Sec 18 NE1/4NE1/4
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/28/2004
Roads are located in the Chewaucan Watershed. · Lake, Oregon

Closure of approximately 22 miles of roads for wildlife habitat and water quality improvement as analyzed in the Jakabe Vegetative Restoration Project.

Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Scoping Start
05/09/2000
Decision
06/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements; Travel Management
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land Descriptionmid-point T35S, R18E
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 6/25/2004
Lakeview Ranger District, Road 3915-152 · Lake, Oregon

Consider application for a private road easement on about 1/4 mile of road 3915-152 to access private property within the Forest boundary.

Road managementLand ownership management
Scoping Start
10/16/2003
Implementation
03/2004 (Estimated)
Decision
03/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jody Perozzi · jperozzi@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityLand Use Adjustments
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R22E, SECTION 20
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 6/25/2004
Lakeview Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Non-commercial understory thinning to serve as pretreatment for underburning (associated with Stateline Underburn) and to reduce overstocked conditions. Approximately 1,300 acres.

Fuels managementVegetation management (other than forest products)
Scoping Start
10/16/2003
Decision
04/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
05/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
James Price · jwprice@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT40S, R16E, T41S, R15, 16, & 17E
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/25/2004
Bly Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

A second entry with prescribed fire on approximately 5,000 acres in the Tub Butte area to maintain fire in the ecosystem and low fuel accumulations.

Fuels management
Scoping Start
03/24/2004
Implementation
05/2004 (Estimated)
Decision
04/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Michael Haddock · mhaddock@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels)
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT37S, R14 & 15E, and T38S, R14 & 15E
Decision Memo · Lakeview Ranger District · updated 6/25/2004
Lakeview Ranger District · Lake, Oregon

Restore historic riparian meadow.

Watershed management
Scoping Start
06/30/2000
Decision
05/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jimmy Leal · jleal@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (7), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(7)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityWatershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsLakeview Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT41S, R16E, sec. 19-20
Decision Memo · Bly Ranger District · updated 6/25/2004
Bly Ranger District · Klamath, Oregon

Reduce bank erosion and sediment into a segment of Deming Creek by excluding cattle from the riparian area by construction of approx. 0.75 miles of fence.

Grazing managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
01/06/2003
Decision
04/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Jill Ralston · jaralston@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (9), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(9)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityGrazing Allotment Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsBly Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT36S, R15E, SE 1/4 of sec. 18
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 6/24/2004
Chewaucan Watershed consisting of the Bear Creek, Ben Young Creek, Chewaucan River, Coffeepot Creek, and Swamp Creek sub-watersheds · Lake, Oregon

Reduction of encroaching juniper to reintroduce fire in that ecosystem and cleaning of conifers from aspen stands and meadows. Work is based on Jakabe Vegetative Restoration Project analysis

Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)Fuels managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
05/09/2000
Decision
06/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
06/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityFuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionMidpoint: T35S, R18E
Decision Memo · Paisley Ranger District · updated 5/4/2004
Dead Horse and Campbell Lakes south to FS Road 34 · Lake, Oregon

Reconstruct and repair approximately 21 miles of the inter-connected Dead Horse Rim, Cache Cabin, and Lakes Loop Trails

Recreation managementWatershed management
Scoping Start
11/04/2003
Decision
04/2004 (Estimated)
Implementation
07/2004 (Estimated)
Project documents
Katie Blazer · kblazer@fs.fed.us
NEPA / regulatory detail
Categorical Exclusion32.2 (1), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(1)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityTrail Management; Watershed Improvements
ForestsFremont-Winema National Forest
DistrictsPaisley Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionT34 and 35S, R16 and 17E